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Lemon-Basil Zucchini Rolls

This dish makes an elegant starter or nibble with a glass of wine.

Serves 20
Ready in 35 mins
Prep time 20 mins
Cooking time 15 mins
72 calories per serving

Ingredients

> 2 zucchini
> 1 lemon
> 2/3 cup fresh basil
> 5 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
> 1/4 lb fresh mozzarella
> 1/4 lb goat cheese

Steps

1
Slice the zucchini into long ribbons with a vegetable peeler.
2
Zest and juice the lemon.
3
Using an immersion blender or mini food processor, puree ½ cup of the basil, 3 tbsp lemon juice and oil. Season with pepper.
4
Heat a grill pan. In batches, brush the zucchini with the lemon-basil oil and grill for 3 min.
5
Cut the mozzarella and goat cheese into 10 pieces each. Roughly slice the remaining basil.
6
Divide the mozzarella and half the basil evenly among half the zucchini ribbons. Roll up and secure with toothpicks.
7
Divide the goat cheese and the remaining basil evenly among the remaining zucchini ribbons. Roll up and secure with toothpicks.
8
Put all the rolls on a serving dish, sprinkle with the remaining lemon-basil oil, lemon zest and freshly ground pepper. Serve immediately.

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