Description
Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts with Marinara are a delightful dish that combines velvety ricotta cheese with fresh zucchini, all enveloped in a rich marinara sauce. This easy-to-make recipe is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or summer gatherings. Each bite offers a harmonious blend of creamy and tangy notes, sure to impress family and friends alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into ¼-inch rounds)
- 1 cup whole-milk ricotta cheese
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Slice zucchinis into uniform rounds for even cooking.
- Heat marinara sauce in a saucepan over medium-low heat until warmed.
- In the greased baking dish, layer zucchini slices followed by dollops of ricotta cheese; repeat until all ingredients are used.
- Drizzle olive oil on top and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and bubbling.
- After baking, sprinkle with Parmesan and basil, then let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 35mg