Flaky Cheese Rolls

Vegetarian
Health score
3%
Flaky Cheese Rolls
45 min.
16
207kcal

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Indulge your taste buds with these delightful Flaky Cheese Rolls, the perfect addition to any gathering or casual snack time. Bursting with the rich flavors of crumbled feta cheese and fresh Italian parsley, these vegetarian rolls are not only delicious but also easy to prepare. Whether you're hosting an antipasti platter, serving as a sophisticated appetizer, or simply craving a tasty treat, these flaky rolls will impress everyone with their flaky texture and cheesy goodness.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up enough servings to entertain a crowd of 16 people, making them ideal for parties, family gatherings, or cozy get-togethers with friends. The combination of yufka sheets or phyllo pastry, coupled with a light fry until golden brown, results in a crispy exterior that perfectly encases the warm, flavorful filling. Plus, with only 207 calories per serving, you can savor these tasty bites without a hint of guilt.

So, roll up your sleeves and dive into this culinary adventure. Whether enjoyed on their own or served alongside a flavorful dipping sauce, these Flaky Cheese Rolls are sure to become a favorite in your repertoire, guaranteed to wow your guests and satisfy your cravings!

Ingredients

  • cup feta cheese crumbled
  • 16 sheets yufka sheets with 10-inch-long sides (from 12- to 16-ounce package) wedge-shaped
  • 16 servings olive oil 
  • cup parsley fresh italian chopped

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels

Directions

  1. Mix cheese and parsley in medium bowl. Season filling with salt and pepper.
  2. If using yufka, place 1 sheet on work surface; keep remaining sheets covered with plastic and damp towel. Shape 1 tablespoon filling into 4- to 5-inch log, 1 inch in from rounded side of wedge. Fold sides in over filling. Starting at filling end, roll toward pointed end, moisten end, and seal, forming cigar. (If using phyllo, shape 1 tablespoon filling into log, 1 inch in from 1 short side. Fold long sides in. Starting at filling end, roll toward opposite end, moisten end, and seal.)
  3. Place cigar on baking sheet. Repeat with remaining filling and pastry. Cover with plastic. DO AHEAD Can be made 2 hours ahead. Chill.
  4. Pour oil into large skillet to depth of 1/2 inch.
  5. Heat oil to 350°F. Working in batches, fry pastries until golden brown, about 2 minutes per side for yufka and 1 1/2 minutes per side for phyllo.
  6. Drain on paper towels; serve.

Nutrition Facts

Calories207kcal
Protein5.36%
Fat74.28%
Carbs20.36%

Properties

Glycemic Index
6.06
Glycemic Load
3.8
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.6860868516176%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
8.08mg
Luteolin
0.04mg
Kaempferol
0.06mg
Myricetin
0.56mg
Quercetin
0.01mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:206.76kcal
10.34%
Fat:17.19g
26.44%
Saturated Fat:3.67g
22.91%
Carbohydrates:10.6g
3.53%
Net Carbohydrates:10.11g
3.68%
Sugar:0.07g
0.07%
Cholesterol:8.34mg
2.78%
Sodium:200.74mg
8.73%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.79g
5.58%
Vitamin K:87.89µg
83.7%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.68%
Selenium:5.84µg
8.34%
Vitamin E:1.21mg
8.04%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8.03%
Vitamin A:355.46IU
7.11%
Folate:25.42µg
6.35%
Vitamin C:4.99mg
6.05%
Calcium:53.48mg
5.35%
Iron:0.91mg
5.03%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.95%
Phosphorus:48.02mg
4.8%
Vitamin B3:0.92mg
4.58%
Zinc:0.4mg
2.69%
Vitamin B12:0.16µg
2.64%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.44%
Fiber:0.48g
1.94%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.63%
Magnesium:6.51mg
1.63%
Copper:0.03mg
1.39%
Potassium:40.65mg
1.16%
Source:Epicurious