Zucchini Roll-Ups with Cashew Cream

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These light, elegant roll-ups combine tender zucchini ribbons with a luscious cashew cream, delivering both flavor and finesse. Perfect as a refined vegan starter, they’re fresh, nutty, and satisfying with each bite—garnished with microgreens and a whisper of balsamic.

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Yields6 Servings
Prep Time25 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time35 mins
For the Roll-Ups
 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into thin ribbons
 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for grilling or blanching)
 Salt and pepper to taste
For the Cashew Cream
 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for 2+ hours or boiled for 10 minutes)
 1 clove garlic
 1 tbsp lemon juice
 ½ tsp apple cider vinegar
 ¼ cup water (adjust for texture)
 Salt, to taste
 Optional: 1 tsp nutritional yeast or chopped herbs (basil, parsley)
Garnish
 Microgreens or chopped chives
 Balsamic glaze or reduction
Prep the Zucchini
1
  1. Use a mandoline or vegetable peeler to slice the zucchini into long, thin strips.

  2. Optional: Blanch slices in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into an ice bath. This makes them more pliable.

Make the Cashew Cream
2
  1. Blend all cream ingredients until ultra-smooth. Adjust water for consistency—should be thick but spreadable.

  2. Taste and adjust salt and acidity as needed.

Assemble
3
  1. Pat zucchini slices dry if needed.

  2. Spread a spoonful of cashew cream onto each ribbon and gently roll up.

  3. Place seam-side down on a serving platter.

Garnish & Serve
4
  1. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

  2. Sprinkle with microgreens or herbs.

Pairing Suggestion
5

Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a delicate sparkling rosé. Non-alcoholic option? A citrusy kombucha or mint cucumber spritzer.

Ingredients

For the Roll-Ups
 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into thin ribbons
 1 tbsp olive oil (optional, for grilling or blanching)
 Salt and pepper to taste
For the Cashew Cream
 1 cup raw cashews (soaked for 2+ hours or boiled for 10 minutes)
 1 clove garlic
 1 tbsp lemon juice
 ½ tsp apple cider vinegar
 ¼ cup water (adjust for texture)
 Salt, to taste
 Optional: 1 tsp nutritional yeast or chopped herbs (basil, parsley)
Garnish
 Microgreens or chopped chives
 Balsamic glaze or reduction

Directions

Prep the Zucchini
1
  1. Use a mandoline or vegetable peeler to slice the zucchini into long, thin strips.

  2. Optional: Blanch slices in boiling water for 30 seconds, then plunge into an ice bath. This makes them more pliable.

Make the Cashew Cream
2
  1. Blend all cream ingredients until ultra-smooth. Adjust water for consistency—should be thick but spreadable.

  2. Taste and adjust salt and acidity as needed.

Assemble
3
  1. Pat zucchini slices dry if needed.

  2. Spread a spoonful of cashew cream onto each ribbon and gently roll up.

  3. Place seam-side down on a serving platter.

Garnish & Serve
4
  1. Drizzle with balsamic glaze.

  2. Sprinkle with microgreens or herbs.

Pairing Suggestion
5

Pair with a crisp Sauvignon Blanc or a delicate sparkling rosé. Non-alcoholic option? A citrusy kombucha or mint cucumber spritzer.

Notes

Zucchini Roll-Ups with Cashew Cream
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