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Zucchini Enchilada Rollups

Zucchini Enchilada Rollups

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Zucchini Enchilada Rollups If you love enchiladas but want something lighter, these zucchini roll ups are a total win, they taste just as good and you won’t miss the tortillas one bit. I stumbled on this idea on a busy Tuesday when I needed a quick dinner that wouldn’t weigh us down, and my family went crazy for it.

  • Total Time: 30 min
  • Yield: 4 1x

Ingredients

Scale

2 medium zucchinis
1/2 cup shredded Mexican cheese
1 tbsp fresh cilantro
1 tbsp green onions, diced
Filling
2 large chicken breasts, cooked + shredded
10 oz red enchilada sauce
1/2 tbsp chile lime seasoning
1/2 cup white onion, diced
1/2 cup bell pepper, diced
1 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend
1/2 cup low fat cottage cheese
salt
pepper

Instructions

1-Preheat the oven to 375°F: Preheat the oven to 375°F. Grease a 9” pie dish and set aside.
2-Prep the vegetables: Prep the vegetables. Use a vegetable chopper to dice white onion and bell pepper.
3-Use a vegetable peeler to finely shave: Use a vegetable peeler to finely shave slices of zucchini. The first 2 shavings on either side of the zucchini will be too small to use for the roll ups.
4-In a mixing bowl, combine all of: In a mixing bowl, combine all of the enchilada filling together. Mix until everything is well combined.
5-On a working surface (I used a: On a working surface (I used a cutting board), place a slice of zucchini (if it’s really thin, double up the slices). Spread roughly 2 tablespoons of the mixture evenly across the slice. Use both hands to roll the zucchini slice into a spiral. Place the zucchini roll up directly into your greased dish. Repeat the process until all of the enchilada mixture is used.
6-Top with roll ups with additional cheese,: Top with roll ups with additional cheese, cilantro and green onion.
7-Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the: Bake for 18-20 minutes or until the cheese is melted and the zucchini is tender. Enjoy!

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  • Prep Time: 10 min
  • Cook Time: 20 min
  • Method: bake

Nutrition

  • Calories: 351
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 1168mg
  • Fat: 17g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 13g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 38g
  • Cholesterol: 99mg