Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Rolls

by Laura August 11, 2011

August 11, 2011

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Would you ever think of zucchini as an appetizer? Well today’s recipe is a great one. It is simple but so delicious. The other bonus is it can be made ahead of time. You could also use these as a side and have 3 or 4 per person. Either way they are so yummy.
These are made with a spreadable cheese. If you haven’t used them before, they are delicious. You could always use a garlic and herb cream cheese spread, but I highly recommend the cheese spread. I have used both Rondele and Aouluette. Most grocery stores carry one of those brands. I usually find them in the deli section of most stores.
Also a reminder that I will be at the Costco in West Bountiful, Utah (located at 573 West 100 North) tomorrow from 11 am -3 pm signing my cookbook! I hope to see you there!

Cheese Stuffed Zucchini Rolls

3 small zucchini
1 tablespoon olive oil
kosher salt
1/2 cup garlic-herb cheese spread (like Rondele or Alouette, I used Rondele light)

Slice zucchini into 1/4 inch thick slices lengthwise. A mandolin works best for this but you could always use a good old knife. Discard the two outer slices that are mainly skin.
Place the remaining slices on a baking sheet brush with olive oil on both sides, you should have around 15 slices. Lightly sprinkle one side with salt to taste. You just need a little, or none at all if you prefer.
Place slices directly on a grill that has been preheated to medium. Grill the slices until grill makes show on both sides and the zucchini is tender. This could take 3-4 minutes per side.
Remove the slices from the grill and place on the baking sheet. Allow to cool.
Once cooled, place 1/2 Tbsp of the cheese spread at one end of each zucchini slice. Roll the slice up beginning with the end where the cheese spread is and secure with a toothpick. Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve. These can be made up to a day in advance. Makes around 15 rolls.

Recipe inspired by Health.com

Laura

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made these last night. they are delicious!

patti January 4, 2014 - 2:49 pm

made these last night. they are delicious!

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These are adorable, I featured them on my blog for this New Years Eve as a healthy & gluten free appetizer idea! {www.winningwithoutgluten.com}. I am so glad I came across these and had the chance to find your blog!
xo
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Nikki December 1, 2012 - 9:25 am

They were delicious! I was a little surprised by the amount of water/liquid that came from the zucchini after grilling. I was serving these at a party and I didn’t want the serving dish to have juice at the bottom so I blotted the zucchini strips with a paper towel after they cooled and before I spread cheese on them. I did grill the zucchini on my George Foreman grill so that may have had something to do with the leftover water. Either way, still delicious!

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Great recipe, we’re going to try this for our Farmer’s Market dinner at our aunt’s house tomorrow 🙂

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Katherines Corner December 23, 2011 - 5:40 pm

We love zucchini! this looks delish. Thank you for sharing Hugs!

Chelsea January 30, 2012 - 7:44 pm

I baked the zucchini slices, cooled them, and then added the spread and they came out just fine!

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We love zucchini! this looks delish. Thank you for sharing Hugs!

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Could you bake these instead for chilly weather? Or put them on the skillet?

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Could you bake these instead for chilly weather? Or put them on the skillet?

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These are beautiful and easy! I tried them and loved them. I’m going to feature them on my blog (www.mimisfitfoods.com) tomorrow with all the nutritional information. Thanks for the recipe!

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These are beautiful and easy! I tried them and loved them. I’m going to feature them on my blog (www.mimisfitfoods.com) tomorrow with all the nutritional information. Thanks for the recipe!