Zucchini Puff Pastries

Zucchini puff pastries are a delicious appetizer and also quite simple to prepare. Here is the recipe for exquisite puff pastries.

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchinis
• 1 rectangular sheet of puff pastry
• 100 g of cream cheese (like Philadelphia)
• 50 g of grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg (for brushing)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil as needed
• Herbs of choice (for example, thyme or mint)

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 180 °C.
2. Wash the zucchinis and slice them thinly lengthwise. You can use a mandoline to get uniform slices.
3. Beat the egg in a bowl and set it aside.
4. Roll out the puff pastry and cut it into squares or rectangles of about 8x8 cm or 10x5 cm.
5. Spread each piece of puff pastry with the cream cheese, then sprinkle some grated Parmesan on top.
6. Arrange the zucchini slices on each prepared piece, overlapping them slightly, and brush them with a bit of extra virgin olive oil. Add salt, pepper, and the chosen herbs.
7. Gently roll up the pastry with the filling to form rolls.
8. Brush each roll with the beaten egg and sprinkle another handful of grated Parmesan on top.
9. Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
10. Bake at 180 °C for about 15-20 minutes, or until the puff pastries are puffed and golden.
11. Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Fun Fact

Zucchinis are widely used in Italian cuisine, especially in summer recipes, thanks to their delicate taste and versatility. They can be eaten both raw and cooked and are suitable to be paired with many other ingredients. In this recipe, the final result is a perfect combination of the sweetness of the zucchinis and the crispiness of the puff pastry, enriched by the bold flavor of the Parmesan.