This zucchini roll with smoked salmon and cream cheese is a showstopping appetizer that is secretly light: a tender baked zucchini sheet rolled around creamy cheese, green onions, and silky smoked salmon. It is low in carbs, high in flavor, and perfect for parties or a light lunch. Fans of our zucchini and cheese pancakes or green salad with feta will love this elegant twist.
Ingredients
- 700 g (1.5 lb) zucchini
- 3 eggs
- Salt and black pepper
- 2 garlic cloves, pressed
- 1 tbsp sour cream
- 90 g (3/4 cup) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- For the filling: chopped green onions
- 120 g (4.2 oz) smoked salmon
- 1-2 tbsp cream cheese
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini, salt it, and squeeze out the liquid.
- Mix in the garlic, eggs, and sour cream, then the sifted flour and baking powder.
- Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet; bake at 190°C (375°F) for about 20 minutes.
- Cool and peel off the parchment.
- Spread with cream cheese, sprinkle with green onions, lay on the salmon, roll tightly, and chill for 1 hour before slicing.
Tips
Squeezing the zucchini well is the key to a roll that holds together — use a clean kitchen towel and press firmly. Serious Eats explains why removing moisture matters in vegetable bakes.
Roll the sheet while it is just cool enough to handle, using the parchment to guide a tight spiral. Pair slices with our low-calorie salad for a light, balanced meal.
Chill the roll for the full hour — cold cream cheese slices cleanly and holds its swirl. More healthy recipe inspiration is available at Allrecipes.
Nutrition per 100 g: 91 kcal, protein 6.4 g, fat 3.2 g, carbs 9 g.