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LIGHT AND COMFORTING GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH FERMENTED SHEEP CHEESE AND MINT

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LIGHT AND COMFORTING GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH FERMENTED SHEEP CHEESE AND MINT

LIGHT AND COMFORTING GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH FERMENTED SHEEP CHEESE AND MINT

This simple, light dish is both comforting and delicious—perfect for enjoying generous servings without guilt!

🕒 Prep Time: 10 min

🍳 Cook Time: 5-7 min per batch
🍽️ Servings: 2-3

Ingredients

  • 4 small zucchinis (choose the smallest for tender skin and minimal seeds)
  • 2 sprigs fresh mint, chopped
  • A generous slice of fermented sheep cheese (I used Horezu cheese from Five Continents)
  • Coarse salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • Olive oil for brushing

Instructions

  1. Wash zucchinis and dry them. Trim the ends.
  2. Stand zucchinis upright and slice lengthwise into approximately 0.5 cm thick slices. Alternatively, use a slicer set to maximum thickness to get 4-5 slices per zucchini.
  3. Brush both sides of the zucchini slices with oil.
  4. Preheat a grill pan (no oil needed) over high heat for 5 minutes.
  5. Grill zucchini slices for about 2.5 minutes on the first side, then 1.5 minutes on the other, until grill marks form.
  6. Arrange grilled slices side by side on a large plate. Season with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  7. Generously grate sheep cheese over the hot zucchini slices—the cheese will melt slightly.
  8. Sprinkle chopped fresh mint leaves on top.
  9. Cover the plate with foil to keep warm while grilling the next batch.
  10. Repeat layering zucchini slices, seasoning, cheese, and mint until all slices are grilled.
  11. Reserve any remaining grated cheese in a bowl for serving alongside.
  12. Serve warm with extra grated cheese on the side.

💡 Tips

  • Small zucchinis have tender skin and fewer seeds, ideal for grilling.
  • Use a grill pan with ridges for attractive grill marks and smoky flavor.
  • Fresh mint brightens the dish and complements the rich cheese.
  • Covering grilled zucchini keeps them warm and moist between batches.

🍽️ Perfect For

  • Light summer meals
  • Vegetarian appetizers or sides
  • Healthy comfort food

📝 Final Thoughts

Grilled zucchini layered with melted fermented sheep cheese and fresh mint makes for a delightfully light and satisfying dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for sharing.