Zucchini rolls with tomatoes
4 servings
60 minutes
Zucchini rolls with tomatoes are a true summer treat filled with freshness and tenderness. This dish comes from Russian cuisine, where simplicity and the natural taste of ingredients are valued. Young zucchinis fried to a golden color serve as the base for a juicy filling of cottage cheese, garlic, and aromatic spices. Adding pieces of ripe tomato gives the rolls a pleasant tanginess and juiciness, while a sprig of dill completes the composition with a light herbal accent. These rolls are perfect as a light snack or an addition to the main dish. They delight with their harmonious flavor, combining softness, crispy texture, and creamy tenderness of the filling. They can be served warm or chilled, making them a versatile dish for summer evenings or festive gatherings.
1
Slice two large young zucchinis into thin slices. Heat vegetable oil in a grill pan (or regular pan) and fry the zucchinis over medium heat until golden brown on both sides. Place on paper towels.
- Baby courgettes: 2 pieces
- Dill: to taste
2
Mix mayonnaise, cheese, garlic, and spices with a fork. Cut the tomato into small pieces. Divide the dill into nice sprigs.
- Mayonnaise: 100 g
- Cream cheese (curd cheese spread): 100 g
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Dill: to taste
3
Place a teaspoon of cottage cheese on the zucchini, add a tomato and a sprig of dill on top. Roll it up beautifully and neatly. Do the same with all the zucchini slices.
- Cream cheese (curd cheese spread): 100 g
- Tomatoes: 1 piece
- Dill: to taste
