Zuchini Ricotta rolls
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
for 3 people
- 2-3 medium zucchinis( I used one yellow and one green but all green is also fine)
- 300g ricotta tofu
- 1 can peeled tomatoes
- 2 garlic cloves, mashed
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Fresh chopped parsley
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
Tofu Ricotta:
- 300g tofu
- 1-2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp yellow mustard(optional)
- Juice from 1/2 lemon
- ½ tsp salt
- 1 tsp nutritional yeast powder (use 2 tsp if using flakes)
HOW TO:
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- In a medium pan, fry the onions with garlic and a pinch of salt and a drizzle of olive oil for about 5-10 minutes;
- Add the tomatoes and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes;
- Make thin slices with the zucchinis(Use a mandoline, if you have) and roast it with a drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of salt for about 15-20 minutes at 190°C;
- Ricotta: Blend all the ingredients together in a small food processor or using a fork. Set aside;
- Using a small spatula or spoon, spread one thin layer of ricotta over the zucchini slices and roll each slice like a spiral;
- Transfer the tomato sauce to a large oven proof dish and place each zucchini spiral over the sauce;
- Roast it for about 10 minutes at 200°C;
- Before serving sprinkle some freshly chopped parsley and optional toasted almonds for extra crunch;
- Enjoy!