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Zucchini Roll Lasagna on Turkey Bolognese

This incredible zucchini roll lasagna doesn't contain any pasta. Instead, thin zucchini strips are rolled around a 3-cheese filling and baked over a savory turkey Bolognese. The presentation is truly next level.

Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
1 hr
Rest Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
1 hr 30 mins
Servings:
8

Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 8 servings

Cheese Filling

  • 1 pound ricotta cheese

  • 1/2 cup packed grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese

  • 1 1/2 cups grated mozzarella cheese

  • 1 large egg

  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

  • 1 pinch cayenne pepper

  • 2 tablespoons minced Italian parsley

Bolognese

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 12 ounces Italian turkey sausage, casings removed

  • 1/2 large yellow onion, diced

  • 1 (24 ounce) jar prepared marinara sauce

  • 1/2 cup water

  • 1/4 cup cream

Zucchini Rolls

  • 8 large green zucchini

  • 1 rounded tablespoon kosher salt

  • 1/4 cup freshly grated Parmigiano Reggiano cheese

  • 1/2 cups freshly grated mozzarella cheese

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

  1. For cheese filling: Place ricotta, Parmigiano Reggiano, mozzarella, egg, black pepper, salt, cayenne, and parsley in a bowl, and stir together until combined; refrigerate until needed.

  2. For Bolognese: Heat olive oil over medium-high heat in a large nonstick skillet, and add Italian turkey sausage, onions, and a pinch of salt. Cook, breaking up the sausage with a spatula, until browned and broken into small crumbles, 5 to 7 minutes. 

  3. Stir in marinara sauce, water, and cream and bring to a simmer. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for at least 10 to 15 minutes. Sauce can be cooked longer, adding small amounts of water as needed to maintain consistency. 

  4. Transfer sauce into a 13x9-inch baking dish and set aside.

  5. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).

  6. For zucchini rolls: trim ends of zucchini with a knife and then use a vegetable peeler to make lengthwise strips. For best results, use only the largest, widest center-cut pieces. You can also place two thinner pieces overlapped side-by-side. You will need to make a total of 30 zucchini rolls.

  7. Lay out zucchini strips on a work surface. Spread each strip with about 2 rounded teaspoons of cheese mixture and roll up.

  8. Place filled strips on top of sauce in the baking dish in a 5x6 pattern. Scatter grated Parmigiano Reggiano and grated mozzarella evenly over the top, and drizzle with olive oil. 

  9. Bake in the preheated oven until sauce is bubbling, and cheese has started to brown, 45 to 60 minutes. Let rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving.

    zucchini roll ups in a regular array in a casserole dish on bolognese sauce

    John Mitzewich

    Chef's Note:

    Ground turkey seasoned with dried Italian herbs and garlic can be substituted for the Italian turkey sausage.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

423 Calories
28g Fat
16g Carbs
30g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 423
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 28g 35%
Saturated Fat 12g 59%
Cholesterol 119mg 40%
Sodium 1328mg 58%
Total Carbohydrate 16g 6%
Dietary Fiber 4g 13%
Total Sugars 7g
Protein 30g 61%
Vitamin C 42mg 47%
Calcium 458mg 35%
Iron 3mg 14%
Potassium 1138mg 24%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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