Zucchini roll with cheese

Cookinero 20 Nov 2025

Zucchini roll with cheese is a piquant and aromatic appetizer with garlic. Georgian cuisine is rich not only in delicious meat dishes, but also in vegetable ones. According to the recipe, zucchini roll with cheese is made in three stages: frying the zucchini, preparing the filling and wrapping the roll.

How to cook Zucchini roll with cheese

Step 1

Zucchini roll with cheese

Prepare the roll base. Finely grate the zucchini, add salt and squeeze out the juice. Separate the whites from the yolks. Beat the yolk with salt and spices. Add the mixture to the zucchini and stir. Beat the whites until stiff peaks form. Add half of the beaten whites to the roll mixture. Mix carefully. Sift the flour with baking powder and gently fold into the zucchini mixture. Add the second half of the whites and mix again. Cover the baking tray with baking paper. Put the dough in and bake the cake for 20 minutes at 180 ˚C.

Step 2

Zucchini roll with cheese

Prepare the filling. Finely grate the cheese. Grease the prepared roll base with sour cream and sprinkle with grated cheese. Roll the roll, separating the hot dough from the parchment paper. Let the roll cool, then put it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Zucchini roll with cheese - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes! Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free blend or almond flour in a 1:1 ratio for a similar texture. Ensure your baking powder is gluten-free too.
Plain Greek yogurt or a dairy-free alternative like coconut yogurt works well. The tanginess and creamy texture will complement the cheese filling similarly.
Reduce flour by half and add 1-2 tbsp of coconut flour or psyllium husk to absorb moisture. Increase grated zucchini slightly for structure.
Absolutely. Wrap the cooled roll tightly in plastic wrap, then foil, and freeze for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before serving.
Roll the base while still warm (but manageable to handle) using the parchment paper as a guide. Work quickly and apply gentle, even pressure.
Feta, goat cheese, or dairy-free alternatives like almond-based cheese crumbles add great flavor. Grate or crumble finely for even distribution.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. For best texture, let it sit at room temperature for 15 minutes before serving.
Yes! Divide the batter into smaller rectangles on your baking sheet and adjust baking time to 12-15 minutes. Great for appetizer portions.
Yes, as written it's vegetarian. Ensure your cheese uses vegetarian rennet if strict adherence is needed.

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