WW Cheese & Herb Phyllo Rolls

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The WW Cheese & Herb Phyllo Rolls are a quick, nutritious, and delicious option for Weight Watchers out there who want to cut down on calories and points without needing to skip out on any delicious cheesy options. These phyllo rolls provide you with cheesy and crispy bites. These WW Cheese & Herb Phyllo Rolls are free from any guilt since they are low in Weight Watchers points and still provide you with the satisfaction of a yummy snack.

STATS:

  • Calories: 82 kilocalories
  • Prep time: 15 minutes
  • Serving size: 1 roll
  • Cook time: 20 minutes
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Total time: 35 minutes
  • Course: Snack
  • Diet: Weight Watchers
  • Serving: 10

EQUIPMENT:

  • Sharp knife
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush
  • Parchment paper
  • Baking sheet

INGREDIENTS:

  • 10 sheets of phyllo pastry (cut in half lengthwise)
  • 1 cup of low-fat ricotta cheese
  • ½ cup of low-fat crumbled feta cheese
  • 2 tbsp of grated low-fat Parmesan cheese
  • Olive oil spray
  • 2 tbsp of chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 tbsp of chopped fresh dill
  • Pepper to taste
  • One piece of minced garlic
  • Salt

INGREDIENT NOTES:

PHYLLO PASTRY:

  • It does not consist of much fat and provides us with a crispy texture. For an alternative, use whole wheat phyllo.

LOW-FAT RICOTTA CHEESE:

  • It is low in fat and adds a creamy texture. For an alternative, use or blended low-fat cottage cheese or fat-free ricotta.

REDUCED-FAT FETA CHEESE:

  • It does not have many calories and provides a salty flavor. For an alternative, use vegan feta or crumbled low-fat goat cheese.

LOW-FAT PARMESAN CHEESE:

  • This cheese has a nutty taste. For a substitute option, use nutritional yeast.

PARSLEY & DILL:

  • These naturally provide us with their scent and freshness. For an alternative, use cilantro, mint, or basil.

GARLIC:

  • Garlic naturally makes the recipe flavor deep. For an alternative, use ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder.

OLIVE OIL SPRAY:

  • Without adding too much fat to the rolls, this spray makes them crispy. For alternative options, use light butter spray or avocado spray.

INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Make the oven warm at 190°C.
  2. Place the parchment on the tray.
  3. Using a bowl, mix and combine low-fat parmesan, low-fat feta, low-fat ricotta, pepper, salt, garlic, dill, and parsley till it becomes smooth.
  4. To prepare the phyllo, put down one sheet, spray some olive oil, and then the other half sheet on top, and then spray again.
  5. Place about 1 to 1½ tablespoons of the mix to one end and roll tightly.
  6. Put the seam-side downwards on the baking sheet and spray some more olive oil for the rolls to become crispy.
  7. Sprinkle some nigella seeds, black sesame seeds, or poppy seeds.
  8. Bake for eighteen to twenty minutes till they start to form golden color and become crispy.
  9. Cool them down for some time before serving.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

  • Mix fat-free Greek yogurt with lemon juice and herbs to make it a side dip with the rolls.
  • You can serve them alongside roasted veggies or a cucumber-tomato salad.
  • Serve these phyllo rolls as an appetizer or in brunch platters.

TIPS:

  • For the unused phyllo, use a damp towel to cover it to prevent it from drying.
  • Try not to overstuff the rolls with the filling since they might tear.
  • If you want extra flavor, you can mix lemon juice and olive oil and spread it on top before baking.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

  • Stock these phyllo rolls inside a sealed vessel for three days. To reheat, use an oven at 175°C for five to seven minutes.

FREEZER:

  • You can freeze uncooked rolls on top of a tray till they become firm, and then keep them inside a freezer-safe container for two months. Including five minutes of extra time, you can bake these rolls when they are in frozen form.

FAQs:

Is it fine if I air fry them rather than bake?

  • Yes, you can air fry them at 185°C for 10-12 minutes till they transform into a golden color and become crispy.

How do I make these phyllo rolls vegan-friendly?

  • You can make use of nutritional yeast, vegan ricotta, and feta instead.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 82 kilocalories
Net carbs: 7 grams
Iron: 0.5 milligrams
Total carbs: 8 grams
Vitamin A: 640 IU
Fiber: 1 gram
Calcium: 95 milligrams
Protein: 5 grams
Serving size: 1 roll
Sodium: 160 milligrams
Serving: 10
Potassium: 90 milligrams
Weight Watcher Points: 1 point