The Vegan Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts with Marinara is a tasty dish. It has 180 calories per serving. We will prepare this meal in just 45 minutes. You may serve these Vegan Layered Zucchini Ricotta Melts with Marinara at parties, festivals, events, functions, dinners, birthdays, or as a meal treat to yourself. The ingredients in your recipe are zucchini, low-fat vegan ricotta, low-sugar marinara sauce, cooking spray, garlic powder, dried oregano, low-sodium salt, lemon juice, black pepper, basil, and nutritional yeast. Also, we may pair this meal with fresh green salad, tomato cucumber salad, steamed vegetables, roasted broccoli, grilled tofu, or chickpea salad. You may also keep this dish in your refrigerator for three days.
STATS:
- Total time: 45 minutes
- Diet: Vegan
- Preparation time: 20 minutes
- Course: Main
- Serving size: 1 portion
- Cuisine: Italian
- Cooking time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Number of calories: 180 kcal
EQUIPMENT:
- Oven
- Spoon
- Mixing bowl
- Cutting board
- Knife
- Baking dish
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 medium lengthwise thinly sliced zucchini
- 1 cup low-fat vegan ricotta
- 1¼ cups low-sugar marinara sauce
- Cooking spray
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- One tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp low-sodium salt
- Half tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Quarter cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 tbsp nutritional yeast
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINI:
- Zucchini is the basic component in your meal. It fulfills the need for pasta and makes your recipe light. Also, it absorbs the taste well and cooks quickly as well. You may use eggplant as another option.
LOW-FAT VEGAN RICOTTA:
- This is the second important ingredient in your meal. It adds creamy texture and low calories to your recipe. Also, it makes your meal rich and light. You may use blended tofu as an alternative.
LOW-SUGAR MARINARA SAUCE:
- It provides moisture and a strong tomato flavor in your recipe. You may also use homemade tomato sauce as another idea.
COOKING SPRAY:
- We use cooking spray to prevent sticking while keeping the fat low. You may also utilize olive oil as another option.
OREGANO:
- Oregano gives classic Italian taste to your meal. You may use mixed herbs as per your preference.
LOW-SODIUM SALT:
- It improves the flavor of your meal while keeping sodium low. You may also use regular salt as another idea.
LEMON JUICE:
- Lemon juice gives a little tangy taste to your meal. It provides freshness to maintain creaminess in your dish. Also, you may utilize apple cider vinegar as an alternative.
NUTRITIONAL YEAST:
- It adds a light, cheesy taste to your meal by using dairy. You may use vegan parmesan as another option.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Heat your oven to 180°C and coat your tray using cooking spray.
- You will thinly slice your zucchini and completely dry it.
- We will mix ricotta with salt, lemon juice, pepper, oregano, and garlic powder in your bowl.
- Then spread a thin layer of marinara sauce in your dish and add a layer of zucchini slices & ricotta mixture.
- You will add a small amount of marinara sauce and repeat layers.
- We will finish with marinara sauce and sprinkle nutritional yeast on top & bake for 25 minutes.
- Cool down your meal for 5 minutes and sprinkle basil on top.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
SALADS:
- Green salad
- Tomato cucumber salad
- Chickpea salad
SIDES:
- Steamed vegetables
- Roasted broccoli
- Grilled tofu
TIPS:
- You will pat the zucchini dry so your layers do not become watery.
- Also, we will use thick marinara sauce for a better texture of your meal.
- You may also include spinach for extra nutrients.
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Keep your meal in a box for three days.
FREEZER:
- You may freeze this dish for two months.
FAQs:
Can I make my recipe early?
- Yes, you may assemble and refrigerate early and bake before serving.
Can I eliminate ricotta cheese from my recipe?
- Yes, you may use blended tofu as an alternative.
Is my recipe gluten-free?
- Yes, your recipe is naturally gluten-free.
NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:
Net carbs: 7 grams
Total carbs: 10 g
Fiber: 3 grams
Protein: 8 g
Fat: 9 grams
Iron: 2.0 g
Calcium: 140 grams
Vitamin A: 900 IU
Sodium: 280 grams
Calories: 180 kcal
Potassium: 450 grams
