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Grilled Zucchini Roll-Ups with Herbs and Cheese

Source: Meals Matter
Quick & Fresh

Ingredients

3 Small zucchini (1/2 lb each), cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
1 tbsp Olive oil
1/8 tsp Salt
Pinch freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 oz Goat cheese, reduced fat
1 tbsp Minced fresh parsley
1/2 tsp Fresh lemon juice
2 oz Baby spinich leaves (2 cups lightly packed)
1/3 cup Fresh basil leaves

Preparation

Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.

Discard the outermost slices of zucchini and brush the rest with oil on both sides. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until tender, about 4 minutes per side. You can make the grilled zucchini a day ahead and store in an air tight container in the refrigerator.

In a small bowl, combine the goat cheese, parsley, and lemon juice, mashing them together with a fork.

Put 1/2 tsp of the cheese mixture about 1/2 inch from the end of a zucchini slice. Top with a few spinach leaves and one small or half of a large basil leaf. Roll up and place seam side down on a paltter. Repeat with the rest of the zucchini slices. You can make these up to a day before you are ready to serve and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Recipe Details

Total Preparation Time: Less than 15 minutes
Ingredients: Vegetables
Actual Cooking Time: Less than 15 minutes
Number of Servings: 4
Meal Type: Appetizers

Nutrient Information

Calories: 150
Total Fat: 5
Saturated Fat: 1.5
Polyunsaturated Fat: .5
Carbohydrates: 7.5
Protein: 3
Sodium: 160
Fiber: 2.5