Zucchini and Cream Cheese Rolls

• Zucchini slices are stuffed with the freshness of carrots, celery, cream and cheese.

Ingredients

• 1 medium green zucchini, sliced vertically
• 1 medium yellow zucchini, sliced vertically
• 1 cup cream cheese
• Extra virgin olive oil for grilling
• Crushed black peppercorns to taste
• Salt to taste
• 1 tsp finely chopped celery
• 1 medium carrot, chopped
• 4-5 fresh basil leaves
• Fresh parsley leaves for garnishing

Method

1. Heat olive oil in a non-stick grill pan.
2. Place zucchini slices on it.
3. Sprinkle crushed peppercorns and salt on top.
4. Grill evenly till they become tender.
5. Combine cream cheese, celery, carrot, salt and crushed peppercorns in a bowl, mix well.
6. Add finely shred basil leaves, mix well.
7. Place grilled zucchini slices on a worktop.
8. Put a portion of the cream cheese mixture at one end and roll gently.
9. Garnish each roll with parsley and serve.