Zucchini Stuffed Rolls

These zucchini stuffed rolls with cheese are a tasty and vegetarian dish. This recipe is suitable for a starter or main course.

Ingredients

• 2-3 medium zucchinis
• ¼ cup finely crumbled feta
• 4 ounces cream cheese
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh thyme
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh oregano
• 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• lemon zest and fresh herbs for garnish
• salt and fresh ground black pepper
• non-stick cooking spray

Instructions

1. Wash and slice the zucchinis.
2. Place them on a rack and season both sides with salt and pepper.
3. Let them sit for several minutes.
4. Combine all the ingredients for the filling until it is smooth and creamy.
5. Set aside.
6. Preheat the grill on high.
7. Blot the tops of the zucchini dry with paper towels and spray with non-stick cooking spray just before grilling.
8. Grill 2-3 minutes a side on medium.
9. Remove to a paper towel-lined tray and allow to cool to room temperature.
10. Blot any remaining liquid.
11. Spread about one tablespoon of the filling evenly over each slice.
12. Starting at the wide end, roll the zucchini tightly.
13. The filling mixture will hold the end closed.
14. Garnish each roll with lemon zest and a small sprig of fresh thyme.

Recipe by Laurice’s Kitchen

Photo by voltan1