Prosciutto and Zucchini Rolls

Prosciutto and zucchini rolls, no cooking required, are the perfect idea for a quick, healthy dinner suitable for everyone.

They can be served as finger food, appetizer, or dinner.

Prosciutto and zucchini rolls will make you look great, tasty to eat but also beautiful to see, especially on a beautifully set table or at a buffet, and with little effort, you will have enriched your table with both flavors and colors.

Prosciutto and zucchini rolls are also ideal for those on a ketogenic or low glycemic index diet, as they are completely free of carbohydrates.

The fiber comes from the marinated zucchini, a tasty and crunchy touch.

Recipes thought for you:

Prosciutto and Zucchini Rolls
  • Cost: Very economical
  • Rest time: 30 Minutes
  • Preparation time: 15 Minutes
  • Portions: 4
  • Cooking methods: No cooking
  • Cuisine: Italian
  • Seasonality: All seasons
465.95 Kcal
calories per serving
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  • Energy 465.95 (Kcal)
  • Carbohydrates 6.58 (g) of which sugars 0.01 (g)
  • Proteins 36.36 (g)
  • Fat 33.65 (g) of which saturated 12.47 (g)of which unsaturated 11.57 (g)
  • Fibers 1.75 (g)
  • Sodium 1,587.80 (mg)

Indicative values for a portion of 300 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

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  • 9 oz Prosciutto di Parma DOP
  • 9 oz mozzarella
  • 1.3 lbs zucchini (marinated see my recipe click here)
  • to taste basil
  • 3.5 oz fresh spreadable cheese
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Tools

What we need to prepare

  • 1 Knife smooth blade
  • 1 Cutting board
  • 1 Plate
  • 1 Mandolin

Steps

Let’s go to the kitchen

  • We will start by preparing the marinated zucchini, remove the ends and slice them very thinly, then place them in a sieve or colander, season with salt, pepper, and extra virgin olive oil.

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  • Let them rest for 30 minutes and then pat them dry with a towel.

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  • Take the most beautiful slices of zucchini and place them on a surface.

    Prosciutto and Zucchini Rolls
  • Do the same with the slices of prosciutto, where you should spread a little mozzarella and a little fresh spreadable cheese.

    Prosciutto and Zucchini Rolls
  • Now place the strips of zucchini, preferably the less visually appealing ones,

    Prosciutto and Zucchini Rolls
  • then roll them up.

    Prosciutto and Zucchini Rolls
  • Take each prosciutto roll and place it on two zucchini slices and then roll them again.

    Prosciutto and Zucchini Rolls
  • Subsequently, with a smooth-blade knife, make a cut in the middle.

    Prosciutto and Zucchini Rolls
  • Place the prosciutto and zucchini rolls upright on a plate and top each with a basil leaf.

    Season with a grind of pepper and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Our dish is ready.

    Prosciutto and Zucchini Rolls

Prosciutto and zucchini rolls can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.

FAQ (Questions and Answers)

Prosciutto and zucchini rolls

  • What can I substitute for prosciutto?

    With cooked ham or ventricina.

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The cooking blog Rita Amordicucina offers a wide range of recipes, with a particular focus on the cuisine of Northeastern Sicily and Messina. It specializes in fish recipes, pastries, and diet dishes, demonstrating how one can eat deliciously while maintaining a healthy weight. Its motto, "Do what you can with what you have, wherever you are," reflects its desire to teach cooking with limited resources. In addition to the blog, it has participated in television shows and food festivals.

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