Grilled Zucchini Feta Roll-Ups

If you are hunting for the perfect summer appetizer, these Grilled Zucchini Feta Roll-Ups are perfect for your next backyard BBQ. By pairing tender zucchini ribbons with rich, seasoned feta, you get a winning combination of flavours and textures that will disappear in minutes.

Tips for Perfect Roll-Ups

Pick medium zucchini that are straight and firm. They give you long, even ribbons that are easy to roll. Slice them thinly so they bend without cracking once grilled. Grill the ribbons just until they are soft and marked, not so long that they turn limp. You want them pliable enough to wrap around the feta but still holding their shape. Let them cool for a minute before rolling. The marinated feta is the heart of these zucchini feta roll-ups. Its salty, herby flavour soaks into the warm zucchini as you roll. Secure each one with a skewer so they stay neat on the platter.

Serving Ideas

A drizzle of hot honey right before serving brings everything together. Sweet heat with salty feta is hard to beat. If you would like to make your own, try my DIY Hot Honey. These zucchini feta roll-ups are best served at room temperature, which makes them easy to bring out at a backyard BBQ. Arrange them on a wooden board and watch them disappear.

The Culinary Chase

Grilled Zucchini Feta Roll-Ups

Grilled zucchini ribbons wrapped around marinated feta, skewered and finished with a drizzle of hot honey; an easy and elegant appetizer for any summer gathering.

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 8 minutes mins

Total Time 23 minutes mins

Servings: 12 roll-ups

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 2 medium-sized zucchini
• 1 feta cheese
• 1 clove garlic minced
• 1 tsp Italian seasoning or your favourite dried herbs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tsp fresh lemon zest
• wooden skewers soaked in water for 15 min if using a BBQ

Method

 

1. Prep the Zucchini: Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, slice the zucchini lengthwise into long, thin ribbons and set aside.
2. Cube & Marinate: Cut the block of feta cheese into bite-sized cubes (don't overhang the zucchini ribbon). In a shallow dish, whisk together the minced garlic, olive oil, lemon zest, and Italian seasoning. Gently toss the feta cubes in the mixture until well-coated.
3. Roll & Skewer: Lay a zucchini ribbon flat on a cutting board. Place a marinated feta cube at one end and tightly roll the zucchini around it. Secure onto a skewer. Repeat until all ribbons are used.
4. Grill to Perfection: Preheat the barbecue or indoor grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the zucchini skewers for a few minutes on each side, or until golden brown grill marks appear.
5. Serve: Eat right from the skewers for easy finger food, or slide onto a platter.

The Culinary Chase’s Note

Just before serving, drizzle with hot honey. Enjoy!