Cheesy Zucchini Pinwheels
Cheesy Zucchini Pinwheels
Ingredients
For the Pinwheels
- 2 zucchini, medium, thinly sliced lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for greasing
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, drained if watery
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 egg, large
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce, warmed, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with olive oil.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375
- 2
Prepare the zucchini: Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, thinly slice the zucchini lengthwise into approximately 1/8-inch thick strips. Lay the slices on paper towels and gently pat them dry to remove excess moisture.
⏱️ 5 min
- 3
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, egg, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
⏱️ 5 min
- 4
Assemble the pinwheels: Lay a zucchini strip flat on a clean surface. Spread about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture evenly over the entire length of the zucchini strip. Carefully roll the zucchini strip from one end to the other to form a pinwheel shape.
⏱️ 10 min
- 5
Place the assembled pinwheels seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining zucchini strips and cheese mixture. Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the tops of the pinwheels.
⏱️ 5 min
- 6
Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender, the cheese is bubbly, and the breadcrumbs are golden brown. If desired, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes for extra browning, watching carefully to prevent burning.
⏱️ 22 min•🌡️ 375
- 7
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a side of warmed marinara sauce for dipping.
⏱️ 2 min
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Cheesy Zucchini Pinwheels
Ingredients
For the Pinwheels
- 2 zucchini, medium, thinly sliced lengthwise
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for greasing
- 1 cup ricotta cheese, drained if watery
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese, shredded
- 1 egg, large
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1/2 cup marinara sauce, warmed, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly grease it with olive oil.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 375 - 2
Prepare the zucchini: Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, thinly slice the zucchini lengthwise into approximately 1/8-inch thick strips. Lay the slices on paper towels and gently pat them dry to remove excess moisture.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
In a medium bowl, combine the ricotta cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, shredded mozzarella cheese, egg, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and chopped fresh parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
⏱️ 5 min - 4
Assemble the pinwheels: Lay a zucchini strip flat on a clean surface. Spread about 1 tablespoon of the cheese mixture evenly over the entire length of the zucchini strip. Carefully roll the zucchini strip from one end to the other to form a pinwheel shape.
⏱️ 10 min - 5
Place the assembled pinwheels seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. Repeat with the remaining zucchini strips and cheese mixture. Sprinkle the panko breadcrumbs evenly over the tops of the pinwheels.
⏱️ 5 min - 6
Bake for 20-22 minutes, or until the zucchini is tender, the cheese is bubbly, and the breadcrumbs are golden brown. If desired, you can broil for the last 1-2 minutes for extra browning, watching carefully to prevent burning.
⏱️ 22 min•🌡️ 375 - 7
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Serve warm, optionally with a side of warmed marinara sauce for dipping.
⏱️ 2 min