Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts
Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts are a vibrant and comforting dish that harmoniously blends tender zucchini, creamy ricotta, and gooey mozzarella. This easy-to-make recipe celebrates the flavors of fresh ingredients baked to golden perfection, making it a stunning centerpiece for any meal. Perfect as an appetizer or light main course, these melts are sure to delight your family and friends.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Yield: Serves 6
- Category: Appetizer/Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchini (1 lb), sliced into ¼-inch rounds
- 1 cup ricotta cheese (whole milk)
- 1 ½ cups shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Grease a baking dish with olive oil.
- Slice zucchini into thin rounds.
- In a bowl, mix ricotta with chopped basil, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Layer zucchini slices in the baking dish, adding dollops of ricotta mixture and shredded mozzarella between layers. Finish with mozzarella on top.
- Cover with aluminum foil and bake for 25 minutes. Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until golden and bubbly.
- Let cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 50mg