Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts with Marinara
Enjoy delicious Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts with Marinara—an easy baked dish packed with flavor. Try it today for a healthy meal!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 people 1x
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini (sliced lengthwise)
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella
- 1 cup marinara sauce
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- Fresh basil (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
- Layer half of the zucchini slices in the prepared dish, spreading them evenly.
- Spread half of the ricotta cheese over the zucchini.
- Pour half of the marinara sauce on top, followed by half of the shredded mozzarella.
- Repeat the layers with the remaining ingredients.
- Sprinkle dried oregano on top and bake for 20-25 minutes until bubbly and golden.
- Garnish with fresh basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 14g
- Cholesterol: 30mg