
Zucchini Ravioli
This Zucchini Ravioli delivers 27g protein and 281 calories per serving — a high-volume, calorie-efficient Italian meal. Quick stovetop prep yields 8 servings, making it one of the most efficient preps for hitting daily protein while staying lean. Use this to fill your plate with volume when cutting, without derailing your caloric deficit.
Ingredients
- •Zucchini
- •1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt (divided)
- •Olive oil(15g)
Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.
- •Ground Turkey, 99% Lean(454g)
- •Onion powder(5g)
- •Oregano, Dried(5g)
- •1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- •Red pepper flakes(1g)
- •Garlic(180g)
- •Cheese, Ricotta, Whole Milk(180g)
- •Mozzarella Cheese(240g)
Part-skim mozzarella. Pre-shredded bags are convenient for meal prep.
- •Parmesan Cheese(60g)
Grated Parmesan — the shelf-stable canister is fine for cooking.
- •Pasta Sauce, Marinara, Canned(340g)
- •2 Tablespoons Chopped Fresh Basil (Thyme, Or Parsley)
Instructions
- 1Trim the ends off the zucchini and slice lengthwise into thin strips using a mandoline or vegetable peeler. Arrange strips on paper towel-lined baking sheets in a single layer, sprinkle lightly with salt, cover with more paper towels, and let sit 15–20 minutes to release moisture while you prepare the filling.
- 2Heat olive oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground turkey, onion powder, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Cook 8–10 minutes, breaking apart the meat constantly, until no longer pink and cooked through.
- 3Add the fresh garlic to the turkey and cook 30 seconds over medium heat until fragrant, then remove from heat.
- 4Stir the ricotta, part-skim mozzarella, and grated Parmesan into the turkey mixture until fully combined; set aside to cool slightly.
- 5Pat the zucchini strips dry with clean paper towels. Arrange 4 strips per ravioli in a star pattern (two strips crossing as an "X," then two more crossing as a "+"), mound 3 tablespoons of filling in the center, fold opposite ends over the filling to create a packet, and repeat until all filling is used.
- 6Spread a thin layer of marinara sauce on the bottom of a 9×13-inch baking dish. Arrange the zucchini packets seam side down in a single layer, then spoon remaining marinara sauce over the top and sprinkle with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
- 7Bake at 425°F for 15–18 minutes until the cheese is melted and the edges are lightly golden.
- 8Divide the zucchini ravioli evenly into 8 airtight containers while hot. Refrigerate for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
Nutrition — Per Serving
281
calories
27g
protein
13g
fat
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Saturated fat
- 6.3g
- Sodium
- 565 mg
- Dietary fiber
- 1.6g
8 servings per batch · ~185g each
Macro data sourced from USDA FoodData Central
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How much protein does Zucchini Ravioli have per serving?
Each serving delivers 27g of protein with 281 calories, 13g fat, and 15g carbs. The nutrient density makes this a solid supporting meal that won't derail macro targets while contributing meaningful protein.
How long does Zucchini Ravioli take to prep?
This quick prep recipe yields 8 servings in a single stovetop session, giving you a full week-plus of prepared meals from one cooking block. Batch size and speed make it practical for high-volume meal prep strategies.
Is Zucchini Ravioli good for fat loss?
At 281 calories per serving with 27g protein and modest carbohydrate content, this recipe is well-suited for fat loss phases where you need nutrient-dense meals in a lower-calorie package. The high serving count supports consistent meal prep discipline.
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