The tomini in zucchini crust are a simple and quick summer appetizer to prepare. A vegetarian recipe also ideal as a single dish for an everyday dinner or even at the last minute. I don’t know about you, but I love tomini and I often find myself preparing them in a pan. Melty and tasty, this cheese always pleases everyone in the family! I’ve also seen them online, wrapped in puff pastry and speck.
Today, however, I leave you with this simple and light idea to prepare in a few easy moves. In short, you just need to wrap the tomini in thinly sliced zucchini. I chose to bake them in the oven, but you can also cook them in an air fryer. Now, follow me into the kitchen, because the tomini in zucchini crust will be ready in a click!
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Very Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4 people
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Summer
- Energy 231.79 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 8.33 (g) of which sugars 3.11 (g)
- Proteins 8.98 (g)
- Fat 19.14 (g) of which saturated 11.35 (g)of which unsaturated 0.11 (g)
- Fibers 3.97 (g)
- Sodium 1,091.91 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 105 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 4 tomini
- 1 zucchini
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- salt (to taste)
- pepper (to taste)
- dried oregano (to taste)
Tools
- Vegetable Peeler or knife with thickness adjuster
- Baking Dish
- Toothpicks
Steps
To prepare the tomini in zucchini crust, first take care of cleaning the latter. Wash them under water, pat dry with paper towels, and trim the ends. Then, using a vegetable peeler or a knife, slice them into 1 or 2 mm thick slices,
Place 4 slices of zucchini to form a sort of star. Then place a tomino in the center and close with the free zucchini slices, securing with toothpicks. Continue this way with the other tomini.
Then place them in a baking dish, add a bit of oil, and season with salt, pepper, and oregano. Finally, bake the tomini in a static oven at 356°F (180°C) on the middle rack for 20 minutes.
The tomini in zucchini crust are ready! Once the cooking time has elapsed, remove the tomini from the oven and serve them hot.
Variations and Tips for Tomini in Zucchini Crust
Tomini in vegetable crusts are best served hot, straight from the oven. However, they can be prepared in advance and cooked at the appropriate time.
FAQ Questions and Answers for Tomini in Zucchini Crust
Can I substitute zucchini with another vegetable?
Yes, it is possible to substitute zucchini with roasted bell peppers in an air fryer or oven. To roast bell peppers in the oven, place them on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake at 356°F (180°C) for 40 minutes, or until soft and the skin is slightly charred. In the case of the air fryer, place the bell peppers in the basket and cook at 374°F (190°C) for 15 minutes.
