Courgette Salmon Roll

Courgette Salmon Roll: A Fresh and Elegant Appetiser

Elevate your dining with our Courgette Salmon Roll, a sophisticated appetiser that blends fresh, wholesome ingredients into a visually stunning dish. This roll features crisp courgettes, creamy cheese, smoked salmon, and ripe avocado, making it perfect for any occasion. For full details and measurements, scroll down or tap ‘Jump to Recipe’ button.

Effortless Preparation

Start by preparing the courgettes. Slice them into long, thin strips using a wide vegetable peeler, and pat them very well dry. This ensures uniform slices, ideal for rolling.

Next, arrange the courgette strips in a basket-like pattern on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

Bake until they turn golden and crisp. This creates a sturdy base for the roll.

After baking, allow the courgettes to cool completely. Spread a layer of creamy cheese evenly over the cooled courgette base. Using cream cheese at room temperature makes spreading easier and more even.

Then, add slices of smoked salmon on top of the cheese. Follow with thin avocado slices. For added flavour, sprinkle a touch of lemon juice and a few chilli flakes.

Carefully roll up the courgette base, ensuring all ingredients are tightly secured.

Wrap the roll in cling film to maintain its shape. Chilling it in the fridge helps the roll hold together and makes slicing easier.

Why This Recipe Stands Out

Our Courgette Salmon Roll offers a perfect balance of elegance and simplicity. It suits both casual gatherings and formal events. Moreover, it meets various dietary needs, being gluten-free, low-carb, and keto-friendly. Serve this appetiser with soy sauce for an extra touch of umami. Impress your guests with this beautiful and delicious dish. It provides a fresh and healthy alternative to traditional appetisers, ensuring it will be a highlight at any occasion.

Feel free to adjust the seasoning and ingredients to your taste, making this roll versatile and easy to customise.

Check out our quick video tutorial on Instagram for a step-by-step guide. You might also enjoy our Courgette Wrap recipe for more delicious ideas!

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Courgette Salmon Roll

Prep Time 20 mins Cook Time 25 mins Total Time 45 mins Difficulty: Beginner Servings: 4 Best Season: Suitable throughout the year, Summer

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Author: shicocooks Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Fusion, Mediterranean Cuisine Courses: Appetizer, Snack Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Keto Low Carb Quick Meals

Description

This Courgette Salmon Roll is a delightful, fresh, and light appetizer perfect for any occasion. Thin strips of courgette are woven into a beautiful basket pattern and baked with a sprinkle of Parmesan until golden and crisp. The baked courgette forms the base, which is then spread with creamy cheese and layered with slices of smoked salmon and ripe avocado. A hint of lemon juice and a dash of chili flakes add a burst of flavor, while the roll's tight formation keeps all the delicious ingredients perfectly in place. Chilled until firm, this roll is easy to slice and serve, making it an elegant addition to your appetiser spread. Serve with soy sauce for dipping and enjoy this savoury, healthy treat!

Ingredients

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• 3 courgettes

• 50 g Parmesan cheese (grated)

• 200 g cream cheese

• 100 g smoked salmon

• ¹⁄₂ avocado

• Salt and pepper (to taste)

• ¹⁄₃ lemon (juice only)

• chilli flakes (to taste)

• soy sauce (to serve)

• egg wash (1 egg yolk mixed with 1 tbsp milk)

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (fan).
2. Trim the edges of the courgettes and use a vegetable peeler to slice them into long strips. Continue until you reach the seeds, then flip over and repeat. Pat the strips dry very well.
3. On a baking tray lined with parchment paper, assemble the courgette strips in a "basket" pattern.
4. Mix the egg yolk with the milk and brush it over the top of the courgette strips. Then, sprinkle with the grated Parmesan cheese.
5. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden.
6. When ready, let it cool, then flip it upside down onto cling film and remove the parchment paper.
7. Spread the cream cheese over the cooled base, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
8. Place the salmon slices on top of the cream cheese, leaving a few centimetres free on one of the long edge.
9. Add avocado slices and sprinkle with lemon juice.
10. Add chilli flakes if desired, then roll tightly from the opposite side of the free edge.
11. Wrap the roll in cling film and place it in the fridge for 1 hour to firm up.
12. Remove the cling film and slice the roll before serving.
13. Serve with soy sauce and enjoy!

Equipment

• Wide Vegetable Peeler

  

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Nutrition Facts

Servings: 4 ServingCalories:320.44kcalTotal Fat:25.58gSaturated Fat: 12.84gTrans Fat: 0.58gCholesterol:64.75mgSodium:486.15mgPotassium:636.33mgTotal Carbohydrate:10.52gDietary Fiber: 3.34gSugars: 5.9gProtein:14.48gVitamin A: 202.9IUVitamin C: 32.49mgCalcium: 227.08mgIron: 1.09mgVitamin D: 4.33IUVitamin E: 1.5IUVitamin K: 12.88mcgThiamin: 0.1mgRiboflavin: 0.35mgNiacin: 2.36mgVitamin B6: 0.41mgFolate: 62.26mcgVitamin B12: 1.07mcgPhosphorus: 251.28mgMagnesium: 48.8mgZinc: 1.3mg

Note

•  Courgette Preparation: Make sure to peel the courgette into even, thin strips using a vegetable peeler. A wide vegetable peeler is very convenient for this as it creates uniform slices that are perfect for rolling. Thicker slices may not cook evenly, while thinner ones might tear when assembling the roll.

• Cooling Time: Allow the baked courgette base to cool completely before spreading the cream cheese. This prevents the cheese from melting and keeps the roll intact.

• Cream Cheese: Using cream cheese at room temperature will make it easier to spread evenly over the courgette base. This ensures a smooth, even layer and helps the ingredients adhere better.

• Avocado Tips: Choose a ripe avocado for the best texture and flavour. Slightly firm avocados are easier to slice and hold their shape better in the roll.

• Rolling Technique: Roll the courgette base tightly to ensure all ingredients are secure. Using cling film while rolling can help keep everything together and create a compact roll.

• Make-Ahead Option: The roll can be prepared a few hours in advance and stored in the fridge. Slice just before serving for the freshest presentation.

• Customisation: Feel free to add other ingredients like fresh herbs, cucumber slices, or red onion for extra flavour and texture. You can also substitute the smoked salmon with cooked prawns or smoked trout for a different twist.

• Serving: Serve the roll chilled for the best taste and texture. It pairs well with a light salad or as a part of an appetiser platter.

• Storage: Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days, wrapped tightly in cling film to maintain freshness.

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