ZUCCHINI ROLL-UPS

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We love lasagna, but these zucchini roll-ups are a little healthier and a lot quicker! Using zucchini "pasta" also makes the dish gluten- and grain-free. To make zucchini strips, use a box grater or mandoline to get even slices. -Courtney Stultz, Weir, Kansas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 3 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup part-skim ricotta cheese
1-1/2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium zucchini
4 plum tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 can (8 ounces) tomato sauce
1 tablespoon tomato paste
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

Preheat oven to 425°. In a small bowl, combine ricotta, 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning, salt and pepper. Slice zucchini lengthwise into twelve 1/8-in.-thick slices. Top each slice with 1 rounded tablespoon cheese mixture. Roll up and secure with toothpicks; place seam side down in an ungreased 8-in. baking dish., Combine tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste and remaining 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning; pour over rolls. Cover and bake until bubbly, 20-25 minutes. Remove toothpicks before serving. If desired, sprinkle with Parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 175 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 643mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges