Keto Zucchini Puff Pastry Roses

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The Keto Zucchini Puff Pastry Roses are a very tasty snack. They are made with zucchini slices, cream cheese, and crispy pastry, thyme, olive oil, salt and black pepper. The green and yellow zucchini give these little roses a lovely color, while thyme and olive oil add a delicious flavor to the recipe. You can easily store the zucchini roses in a container for a long time so they will taste their best. This recipe is healthy for the keto diet because it contains all the low-carb ingredients. They contain 180 kcal, 3 g net carbs, and 6 g protein in one serving. Serve this Keto Zucchini Puff Pastry Roses with Greek cucumber salad, roasted vegetables, and Garlic Yogurt dip.

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STATS:

  • Calories: 180 kcal
  • Serving size: 1 rose
  • Cook time: 30 minutes
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Total time: 50 minutes
  • Prep time: 20 minutes
  • Course: Appetizer, Snack
  • Diet: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian
  • Serving: 8 roses

EQUIPMENT:

  • Baking tray
  • Muffin tin
  • Knife
  • Vegetable peeler
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Parchment paper

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 package keto puff pastry
  • 3 green and yellow zucchini
  • 1 package cream cheese
  • 1 tsp dried thyme leaves
  • Salt and black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil

INGREDIENT NOTES:

KETO PUFF PASTRY:

  • Including the Keto puff pastry will provide the  roses a crispy texture.You can use almond flour pastry to keep this recipe healthy for the keto diet.The Homemade keto pastry also works as an alternative in the recipe.

GREEN AND YELLOW ZUCCHINI:

  • Green and yellow zucchini will give the rolls a fresh taste and soft texture.. It will also add some lovely colour to the rolls. You can use green zucchini, yellow zucchini, or a mix of both for a pretty look.Yellow squash also works as a substitute, as per your choice.

SPREADABLE CREAM CHEESE:

  • You can add the Spreadable cream cheese to give the zucchini roses a creamy taste and smooth texture. It spreads easily on the pastry. You can also use mascarpone or ricotta instead, as per your preference.

DRIED THYME:

  • Dried thyme will add a mild and herbal flavor to the zucchini roses. It pars well in this recipe. Fresh thyme and dried oregano are good substitutes to be used in the recipe.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Firstly heat the oven then wash the  zucchini and cut them into thin slices using a vegetable peeler.
  2. Then dry the zucchini slices with paper towels to take out extra water from them and cut the  thawed keto puff pastry into long strips.
  3. Spread a thin layer of cream cheese over each pastry strip and arrange the zucchini slices on the top of each edge of the strip.
  4. Then sprinkle the dried thyme, salt, and black pepper over the zucchini.
  5. Next, fold half of each pastry strip over the zucchini slices and roll each strip carefully to create a rose shape.
  6. Put the roses into a muffin tin and brush them with a little oil on top.
  7. Bake the pastry for 30 minutes, until it gets golden and cooked.
  8. Lastly, let the pastry cool, then serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

SALADS:

  • Greek cucumber salad
  • Fresh garden salad
  • Mediterranean tomato salad

DIPS AND SAUCES:

  • Garlic yogurt dip
  • Tzatziki sauce
  • Keto ranch dressing

SIDE DISHES:

  • Roasted vegetables
  • Grilled asparagus
  • Cauliflower rice

TIPS:

  • You should cut the thin zucchini slices so they roll easily.
  • Don’t spread lots of cream cheese on the pastry or it will get leak
  • Properly dry the zucchini before the addition to prevent the pastry from getting soggy
  • Add the roses with some gap in the tray so they get baked easily.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Add the zucchini roses to a container and store them for 3 days.

FREEZER:

  • You can also keep the roses in a container for 1 month so they will give you the best result.

FAQs:

Can I make zucchini roses before time?

  • Yes, you can make the roses, cover them,and store for some hours and bake when required.

Should I use a regular puff pastry in this recipe?

  • No, you can’t use regular puff pastry because it has more carbs so it is not good for a proper keto diet.

Should  I use different varieties of cheese in the recipe?

  • Yes, you can use any cheese of your choice in this recipe, like mascarpone or thick ricotta.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 180 kcal

Net carbs: 3 g

Iron: 0.8 mg

Total carbs: 5 g

Vitamin A: 120 mcg

Fiber: 2 g

Calcium: 65 mg

Protein: 6 g

Serving size: 1 rose

Sodium: 220 mg

Serving: 8 roses

Potassium: 180 mg