Looking for an easy low-carb snack or appetizer? These zucchini roll-ups with goat cheese and peppers only need 4 ingredients — no cooking required!
Looking for an easy, low-carb, tasty snack or appetizer? Maybe something for family or guests to munch on that won’t ruin their appetite before dinner?
You have to try these zucchini roll-ups with goat cheese and peppers! You only need 4 ingredients, and there’s no cooking required. They couldn’t be simpler.
And they’re tasty, too! The creamy goat cheese with the crunch of the peppers makes them so refreshing and satisfying.
So if you’re cooking up a nice dinner and hear someone grumbling about being hungry, you can throw these bites together in minutes! That way, everyone’s happy.
How to make zucchini roll-ups with goat cheese and peppers
Ready to see how easy it is to whip up this tasty little dish?
Step 1: Place two layers of paper towels on a rimmed baking sheet.
Step 2: Using a mandoline, thinly slice the zucchini lengthwise into ⅛-inch thick strips. You should have about 16 slices.
Step 3: Place the zucchini strips on the paper towels, salt both sides, then let them sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
Step 4: Meanwhile, slice the bell pepper into thin strips that are just a little bit longer than the zucchini is wide.
Step 5: Blot the zucchini dry on both sides with fresh paper towels to remove the excess moisture and salt.
Step 6: One at a time, place a zucchini strip on a cutting board and spread the goat cheese on one side.
Step 7: Add a few strips of bell pepper at one end of the zucchini strip, then start at the end with the red pepper and roll up the zucchini.
Step 8: Repeat with the remaining zucchini.
Place your roll-ups on a little serving dish and dig in!
Making this dish without a mandoline
To slice the zucchini thin enough to roll it up, you really need to use a mandoline.
If you don’t have a mandoline, I recommend slicing your zucchini into rounds instead. From there, simply spread the goat cheese on the slices and top with chopped bell pepper.
You won’t get the roll effect, but the taste will be there. And they still look pretty cute!
Storage
This dish is best enjoyed right away so the vegetables will have the most crunch. If you want to prep them ahead of time, they’re fine to store in the refrigerator for a few hours.
If you have any leftovers, you can store them covered in an airtight container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for a day or two.
Other easy appetizer recipes
Looking for more appetizer options that can be thrown together in minutes? I think fresh fruit and vegetables are a great option for something quick and tasty! Here are a few of my favorite recipes to try:
- Cucumber Bites with Hummus and Tomatoes
- Honeydew Melon with Lime-Yogurt Sauce and Pistachios
- Smoked Salmon Cucumber Rolls
When you’ve tried this dish, please don’t forget to let me know how you liked it and rate the recipe in the comments below!
Zucchini Roll-ups with Goat Cheese and Peppers
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini (ends trimmed)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 large bell pepper (any color, seeded)
- 2 ounces garlic and herb goat cheese (at room temperature)
Instructions
- Place two layers of paper towels on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Using a mandoline, thinly slice the zucchini lengthwise into ⅛-inch thick strips. You should have about 16 slices.
- Place the zucchini strips on the paper towels, salt both sides, then let them sit for 10 to 15 minutes.
- Meanwhile, slice the bell pepper into thin strips that are just a little bit longer than the zucchini is wide.
- Blot the zucchini dry on both sides with fresh paper towels to remove the excess moisture and salt.
- One at a time, place a zucchini strip on a cutting board and spread the goat cheese on one side.
- Add a few strips of bell pepper at one end of the zucchini strip, then start at the end with the red pepper and roll up the zucchini.
- Repeat with remaining zucchini.
Thank youuuuu! Always looking for low carb food:-)
Enjoy!