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Zucchini Rolls with Snow Crab Recipe

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Zucchini rolls with snow crab are an elegant and light appetizer featuring delicate zucchini strips filled with a savory snow crab mixture. The rolls offer a refreshing and sophisticated bite with a balance of fresh ingredients and a savory dipping sauce.

Ingredients

  1. 2 medium zucchinis
    1/2 lb fresh snow crab meat (or canned if fresh is unavailable)
    2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or Greek yogurt for a lighter version)
    1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
    1 teaspoon lemon juice
    1 teaspoon fresh dill, chopped (or parsley)
    1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
    Salt and pepper, to taste
    1 tablespoon olive oil (for grilling or sautéing)
    Lemon wedges, for garnish
    Fresh dill or parsley, for garnish
    For dipping sauce (optional):
    2 tablespoons olive oil
    1 tablespoon lemon juice
    1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
    A pinch of sea salt and freshly cracked pepper

Instructions

Slice the zucchinis into thin strips using a mandolin or vegetable peeler, aiming for about 1/8-inch thick slices. Lay the strips on a paper towel to absorb excess moisture.

  1. In a bowl, mix the snow crab meat with mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, dill (or parsley), garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined, leaving the mixture chunky.
  2. Heat olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill or sauté the zucchini strips for 1-2 minutes per side, until softened but still firm. Remove from heat and let cool.
  3. Place a spoonful of the crab mixture at one end of a zucchini strip and gently roll it up. Repeat with the remaining zucchini strips and crab mixture.
  4. For the dipping sauce (optional), whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  5. Arrange the zucchini rolls on a platter, drizzle with the dipping sauce if desired, and garnish with fresh dill or parsley. Serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Notes

  1. Optional: Add prosciutto for a savory touch or roasted vegetables like bell peppers for more depth.
  2. For a spicy kick, mix sriracha or hot sauce into the crab mixture.
  3. If you don’t have fresh dill, parsley, basil, or tarragon can be used for different flavor profiles.

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