Mushroom Zucchini Lasagna Rolls

Vegetarian • Light • Comforting • Oven-Baked

These zucchini lasagna rolls are packed with savory mushrooms, creamy ricotta, herbs, and melty cheese—rolled up neatly for a lighter, gluten-free–friendly twist on classic lasagna.

 Ingredients (Serves 4)

Zucchini

• 3 large zucchini
• ½ tsp salt (for draining moisture)

Mushroom Filling

• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 250 g (9 oz) mushrooms (cremini or button), finely chopped
• ½ tsp salt
• ¼ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp dried basil
• ¼ tsp chili flakes (optional)

Cheese Mixture

• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella
• ¼ cup grated Parmesan
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped

Sauce & Topping

• 1½ cups marinara sauce
• ½ cup shredded mozzarella (for topping)
• Extra Parmesan for garnish

 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Zucchini

1. Preheat oven to 190°C / 375°F.
2. Slice zucchini lengthwise into thin strips (about 3–4 mm).
3. Lay strips on paper towels, sprinkle lightly with salt, and rest 10 minutes.
4. Pat dry to remove moisture.

2️⃣ Cook the Mushroom Filling

1. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
2. Sauté onion until soft (3 minutes).
3. Add garlic and mushrooms; cook until mushrooms release liquid and it evaporates (6–8 minutes).
4. Season with salt, pepper, oregano, basil, and chili flakes.
5. Cool slightly.

3️⃣ Make the Cheese Filling

In a bowl, mix ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan, egg, herbs, and cooled mushrooms.

4️⃣ Assemble Rolls

1. Spread ½ cup marinara sauce in a baking dish.
2. Place 1–2 tbsp filling on each zucchini strip.
3. Roll up gently and place seam-side down in dish.
4. Spoon remaining marinara over rolls.
5. Sprinkle with mozzarella and Parmesan.

5️⃣ Bake

• Cover with foil and bake 20 minutes.
• Uncover and bake another 10–15 minutes until bubbly and golden.
• Rest 5 minutes before serving.

 Serving Suggestions

• Simple green salad 🥬
• Garlic bread (optional)
• Roasted vegetables

 Nut & Allergen Information

• Tree Nuts:  None
• Peanuts:  None
• Gluten:  Naturally gluten-free
• Dairy:  Contains milk (ricotta, mozzarella, Parmesan)
• Eggs: Contains egg

 Safe for nut-free households.

 Q & A

Q: Can I make this vegan?
Yes! Use plant-based ricotta, vegan mozzarella, and skip the egg.

Q: How do I prevent watery lasagna rolls?
Salt and dry zucchini well, and fully cook mushrooms until dry.

Q: Can I make it ahead?
Absolutely. Assemble up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerate. Bake when ready.

Q: Can I freeze it?
Yes—freeze unbaked or baked rolls up to 2 months. Thaw overnight before baking.

Q: Can I use spinach?
Yes! Add 1 cup sautéed, squeezed-dry spinach to the filling.

 Variations

• Low-Carb Keto: Use full-fat cheeses and sugar-free marinara
• Protein Boost: Add cottage cheese or chopped tofu
• Extra Cheesy: Add provolone or fontina

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