Baked Zucchini Roll with Feta and Cheese

Recipe directions

• Prepare the Zucchini
• Trim the ends from the zucchini.
• Using a mandoline slicer, cut them into thin slices.
• Transfer the slices to a bowl.
• Sprinkle with salt and toss gently.
• Let them rest for 20 minutes to release excess moisture.
• First Bake
• Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
• Spread part of the grated cheese evenly over the tray.
• Arrange the zucchini slices on top, slightly overlapping each other.
• Sprinkle with smoked paprika and black pepper.
• Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) using conventional top and bottom heat for 30 minutes, until lightly golden.
• Remove from the oven and allow it to rest for 5 minutes.
• Assemble the Roll
• Crumble the feta cheese evenly over the baked zucchini layer.
• Add the chopped mint.
• Sprinkle with a little more grated cheese.
• Carefully lift the parchment paper and roll the zucchini into a log.
• Transfer the roll to a baking tray lined with parchment paper, placing the seam side down.
• Second Bake
• Sprinkle the top with additional grated cheese.
• Bake again at 400°F (200°C) for 20 minutes.
• Remove from the oven.
• Wrap the roll gently with the parchment paper to help shape it.
• Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
• Allow it to cool slightly before slicing and serving.