Grilled Zucchini Ribbon Roll-Ups

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Grilled Zucchini Ribbon Roll-Ups
30 min.
6
118kcal

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Looking for a delightful and healthy appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than these Grilled Zucchini Ribbon Roll-Ups! Perfectly vegetarian and gluten-free, this dish is not only visually stunning but also bursting with flavor. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a mouthwatering starter that’s ready in just 30 minutes.

The star of this recipe is the fresh zucchini, which is transformed into elegant ribbons that are grilled to perfection. The grilling process adds a smoky depth to the zucchini, enhancing its natural sweetness while giving it a satisfying texture. Paired with a creamy garlic-and-herbs spreadable cheese and juicy cherry tomatoes, each bite is a harmonious blend of flavors and textures.

These roll-ups are not just a treat for the taste buds; they are also a feast for the eyes. The vibrant colors of the cherry tomatoes and the green zucchini create an appealing presentation that will make your antipasti platter stand out. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party, enjoying a casual get-together, or simply looking for a healthy snack, these Grilled Zucchini Ribbon Roll-Ups are sure to be a hit. So fire up the grill and get ready to impress with this easy and delicious recipe!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup alouette garlic & herbs spreadable cheese (from 4-)
  • cup cherry tomatoes 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings salt and pepper to taste
  • small zucchini 

Equipment

  • frying pan
  • toothpicks
  • grill
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Cut zucchini into long thin ribbons.
  2. Drizzle with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat grill pan over medium heat.
  4. Add zucchini ribbons. Cook until golden-brown grill marks form on both sides.
  5. Remove from pan; cool completely.
  6. Spoon about 1 teaspoon cheese on top of each cherry tomato. Wrap zucchini ribbon around tomato and cheese; secure with toothpick.

Nutrition Facts

Calories118kcal
Protein4.94%
Fat82.6%
Carbs12.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
2.5
Glycemic Load
0.12
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.8965217069439%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:117.92kcal
5.9%
Fat:11.37g
17.49%
Saturated Fat:4.37g
27.29%
Carbohydrates:3.86g
1.29%
Net Carbohydrates:3.29g
1.2%
Sugar:1.6g
1.78%
Cholesterol:20.47mg
6.82%
Sodium:302.12mg
13.14%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.53g
3.06%
Vitamin C:12.7mg
15.4%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.72%
Vitamin K:5.2µg
4.95%
Manganese:0.1mg
4.81%
Potassium:156.88mg
4.48%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.19%
Vitamin A:200.1IU
4%
Folate:12.67µg
3.17%
Vitamin B2:0.04mg
2.5%
Magnesium:9.32mg
2.33%
Fiber:0.57g
2.27%
Phosphorus:21.9mg
2.19%
Copper:0.04mg
1.98%
Iron:0.34mg
1.9%
Vitamin B1:0.03mg
1.78%
Vitamin B3:0.31mg
1.55%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.12%
Zinc:0.16mg
1.07%