Description
These nutritious and savory baked turkey and cheese roll ups are the perfect quick family dinner. Featuring lean turkey breast, molten mozzarella, and a flavorful blend of sautéed aromatics, rice, and Italian herbs, these roll ups offer a balanced meal that is far superior to processed snacks. Golden-brown on the outside and perfectly gooey on the inside, this recipe is easy to assemble and satisfies even the pickiest eaters while remaining a healthy, wholesome choice for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
1 lb turkey breast slices
8 oz mozzarella cheese, freshly shredded
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 cup bell peppers, diced small
1 cup cooked quinoa or rice
1 tbsp dried Italian herbs (oregano and basil)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit and grease a rectangular baking dish.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté onions until translucent.
Add the minced garlic and diced bell peppers to the skillet and cook for three minutes.
Stir in the cooked rice or quinoa along with the Italian herbs until thoroughly combined, then remove from heat to cool slightly.
Lay the turkey breast slices flat and fill each with a portion of the vegetable and rice mixture, followed by a generous sprinkle of mozzarella cheese.
Roll the turkey slices tightly to secure the filling and place them seam-side down in the prepared baking dish.
Bake for 25 minutes or until the turkey is cooked through and the cheese is melted and bubbling.
Notes
Pound the turkey slices thinly to ensure even cooking and easier rolling. You can serve these with an extra side of marinara sauce for dipping if desired. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 25
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Modern American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 roll up
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 85mg