This zucchini roll with turkey and cream cheese is light, fresh, and perfect for summer: a tender baked zucchini base wrapped around creamy garlic cheese, savory turkey ham, juicy tomato, and crisp lettuce. It is low in calories yet full of flavor, and it slices beautifully for lunch, picnics, or a light dinner. If you enjoy zucchini dishes, try Zucchini Potato Flatbreads, Roasted Zucchini with Yogurt Dressing, and Baked Turkey Fillet with Zucchini and Cheese.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 140 g (1 1/2 cups) grated cheese
- 3 tbsp cream cheese
- 2 tbsp sour cream (20%)
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For the filling: lettuce leaves, turkey ham slices, 1 tomato
Instructions
- Slice the zucchini into thin lengthwise slices and arrange overlapping on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Sprinkle with grated cheese and bake at 200°C (400°F) for 10-12 minutes.
- For the spread, mix the cream cheese, sour cream, and garlic.
- Flip the baked zucchini base, peel off the parchment, and spread evenly with the cheese mixture.
- Season lightly, then layer on the turkey ham, tomato, and lettuce.
- Roll up tightly and slice. A delicate, fresh summer roll.
Tips
- Slice the zucchini as thinly and evenly as you can so the roll bends without cracking.
- Let the baked base cool slightly before flipping and spreading, so it holds its shape.
- For more fresh, low-calorie ideas, browse the recipes on Allrecipes.
Nutrition (per 100 g): 91 kcal | Protein 6.4 g | Fat 3.2 g | Carbs 9 g