Vegetarian Italian Roll

Delight your taste buds with this irresistible Vegetarian Italian Roll, a twist on classic Italian flavors wrapped in a golden, flaky homemade dough. Packed with vibrant zucchini, red bell pepper, and baby spinach, this recipe brings together a symphony of fresh vegetables, rich tomato sauce, and a melty duo of mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. The dough, infused with olive oil and perfectly seasoned, serves as the ideal base, rolled up with aromatic garlic and Italian seasoning for an extra burst of Mediterranean charm. Whether you’re serving it as a hearty vegetarian appetizer, side dish, or main course, this shareable roll is perfect for any occasion. With just 25 minutes of prep and simple ingredients, it’s an easy and satisfying way to bring classic Italian comfort food to your table.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 250 grams All-purpose flour
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 150 milliliters Warm water
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 1 medium Zucchini
• 1 medium Red bell pepper
• 100 grams Baby spinach
• 150 grams Mozzarella cheese
• 50 grams Parmesan cheese
• 1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 100 milliliters Tomato sauce

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar. Gradually add the warm water and olive oil, stirring until the mixture forms a dough.

Step 2

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 3

While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. Thinly slice the zucchini and red bell pepper. Mince the garlic cloves.

Step 4

Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the garlic until fragrant, then add the zucchini and red bell pepper. Cook for about 5 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Add the spinach and cook for another 2 minutes until wilted. Season with black pepper and Italian seasoning.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to remove excess air, and roll it out into a large rectangle on a floured surface.

Step 7

Spread the tomato sauce evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

Step 8

Distribute the sautéed vegetables evenly on top of the tomato sauce, followed by an even layer of mozzarella and parmesan cheese.

Step 9

Carefully roll the dough from one end to the other to form a log. Ensure the seam side is down and ends are tucked under.

Step 10

Transfer the roll to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 11

Bake in the preheated oven for about 25-30 minutes or until the roll is golden brown and the cheese is melted and bubbling.

Step 12

Allow the roll to cool slightly before slicing. Serve warm and enjoy your Vegetarian Italian Roll!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1178.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2029.9

Total Fat 78.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.9g
Cholesterol 142.0mg	0%
Sodium 5807.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 240.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 27.3g
Protein 88.0g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1734.7mg	0%
Iron 19.6mg	0%
Potassium 1260.2mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 34.9%

Protein: 17.4%

Carbs: 47.7%