Appetizer: Grilled Zucchini Roll-Ups
This delicious appetizer or snack is an explosion of flavors. A perfect guilt free healthy low-cal appetizer at a party.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
This recipe includes fertility superfoods such as:
Health and fertility benefits of Grilled Zucchini Roll-Ups
Fresh spinach is an excellent source of vitamin K, vitamin A, vitamin C, and vitamin B6, all of which have significant roles in reducing inflammation in the body, all of which help in the case of infertility. Basil is an excellent stress reliever, and has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits.
Ingredients
3 medium zucchini
5 tbsp whipped chive cream cheese
30 leaves baby spinach
15 leaves basil
Instructions
1. Pre-heat oven to 450 °F (220 °C).
2. Cut zucchini slices into long strips, place on cookie sheet covered in non-stick cooking spray.
3. Mist the zucchini with cooking spray and salt and pepper to taste. Roast in the oven for 30 minutes, turning once. Cool the zucchini when finished.
4. On the end of each zucchini slice, stack 2 baby spinach leaves, 1 basil leaf (tear if large), and a dab of the cream cheese.
5. Roll up starting on the side with the filling.
6. Place each roll seam-side down and chill prior to serving.
7. Should be served cold. Enjoy!
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Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 15
Amount Per Serving | ||
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Calories 17 | ||
Fat 1.08 | ||
Carbohydrate 1.55 | ||
Protein 0.69 |