Low Carb Italian Beef Roll Ups
Savor the flavors of Italy with these Low Carb Italian Beef Roll Ups, a perfect combination of hearty, wholesome ingredients and guilt-free indulgence. This easy-to-make recipe features tender zucchini slices rolled around a savory ground beef filling, seasoned with aromatic garlic and Italian spices. Topped with marinara sauce, gooey mozzarella, and a sprinkle of Parmesan, these roll ups are baked to bubbly, golden perfection. Ideal for those following a low-carb or keto lifestyle, this dish delivers all the comforting taste of classic Italian cuisine without the added carbs. Ready in just 45 minutes, it’s a family-friendly meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Garnish with a touch of fresh parsley for an elegant finish and enjoy it as a main course or a show-stopping appetizer!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Zucchini
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tbsp Italian seasoning
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 1 cup Marinara sauce (sugar-free)
- 1 cup Mozzarella cheese (shredded)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (grated)
- 1 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley (optional, chopped for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Using a mandoline or vegetable peeler, slice the zucchini lengthwise into thin strips about 1/8 inch thick. Set aside.
In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil and minced garlic. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the ground beef to the skillet and cook until browned, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the Italian seasoning, salt, black pepper, and 1/2 cup of marinara sauce into the cooked beef. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
Lay out one zucchini slice on a clean surface. Place about 2 tablespoons of the beef mixture at one end of the slice. Roll tightly and place seam-side down in a greased baking dish.
Repeat with the remaining zucchini slices and beef mixture.
Pour the remaining 1/2 cup of marinara sauce over the zucchini roll ups in the baking dish.
Sprinkle the shredded mozzarella and grated Parmesan evenly over the top.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
Remove from the oven and let cool for 5 minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2076 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 140.6 g | 180% | |
| Saturated Fat | 60.1 g | 300% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 457 mg | 152% | |
| Sodium | 8265 mg | 359% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 72.6 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.5 g | ||
| Protein | 133.4 g | 267% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1456 mg | 112% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 3298 mg | 70% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
