Description

Discover the bright, summery flavors of these Grilled Zucchini Rollups Stuffed with creamy ricotta, lemon zest, and fresh basil. Perfect as an appetizer or light main, this vegetarian delight brings garden-fresh goodness to your table.

Ingredients

Scale

3 medium zucchini, sliced thinly lengthwise
Olive oil, for brushing
1½ cups ricotta
¼ cup Parmigiano Reggiano, grated
2 teaspoons lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
24 basil leaves
24 slow-roasted tomato halves

Instructions

Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Brush zucchini slices lightly with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
Grill zucchini slices 1-2 minutes per side until grill marks appear but still pliable.
In a bowl, combine ricotta, grated Parmigiano, lemon zest, chopped basil, salt, and pepper.
Place a spoonful of the ricotta mixture on each zucchini slice, then top with a few slow-roasted tomato halves and a basil leaf.
Roll up each zucchini slice and secure with a toothpick if needed.
Arrange rollups on a serving platter and drizzle with a little extra olive oil.

Notes

For a dairy‑free version, substitute the ricotta with a plant‑based cream cheese. These rollups can be made ahead and refrigerated for up to 24 hours; serve chilled or at room temperature. Pair with a crisp white wine or sparkling water with lemon.

Prep Time: 15
Cook Time: 10
Category: B
Method: Grilled
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 rollup
Calories: 210
Sugar: 4
Sodium: 380
Fat: 12
Saturated Fat: 6
Unsaturated Fat: 5
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 10
Fiber: 3
Protein: 10
Cholesterol: 30

Keywords: zucchini, rollups, vegetarian, appetizer