Grilled Zucchini Rollups with Lemon-Basil Ricotta & Slow Roasted Tomatoes
Grilled Zucchini Rollups with Lemon-Basil Ricotta & Slow Roasted Tomatoes are a vibrant and healthy dish that perfectly captures the essence of summer. These delightful rolls feature tender grilled zucchini enveloping a creamy and zesty lemon-basil ricotta filling, complemented by sweet, slow-roasted tomatoes. Ideal for gatherings, picnics, or a light weeknight dinner, this recipe is both visually appealing and packed with fresh flavors. Easy to prepare and versatile enough to serve as an appetizer or main course, these rollups are sure to impress your guests while satisfying your taste buds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4 (8 rollups) 1x
- Category: Appetizer/Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large zucchinis
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Ricotta cheese
- Fresh basil
- Lemon zest
- Slow roasted tomatoes
Instructions
- Wash zucchinis, then slice them lengthwise into thin strips.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan over medium heat; brush with olive oil.
- Coat zucchini strips with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Grill each strip for 2-3 minutes per side until tender.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ricotta cheese, chopped basil, lemon zest, and salt; mix until smooth.
- Place a spoonful of ricotta filling on one end of each zucchini strip and roll it up; secure with a toothpick if needed.
- Arrange on a platter and garnish with additional basil or a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 rollups (approx. 100g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg