Easy Zucchini Roll Ups Appetizer (with Guacamole)

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Thin sliced zucchini ribbons are topped with spicy guacamole and rolled up into a tasty, healthy appetizer
zucchini rolls topped with peppers and olives on a white plate

Tender zucchini ribbons are filled with creamy guacamole, making this zucchini roll-ups appetizer perfect for any gathering. Each bite bursts with a freshness that everyone will love.

Zucchini rolls on a white platter topped with red peppers and olives

These zucchini rolls are a breeze to prepare and they are the perfect blend of flavors. Zucchini is mildly sweet which contrasts with creamy and slightly spicy guacamole. They are so good, they will have you reaching to grab one more roll after just one bite!

🤍Why you will love this recipe

  • They are healthy and low-carb – made with fresh zucchini and guacamole.
  • Zucchini rolls are versatile! See the recipe variations below.
a picture of the ingredients to make these zucchini rolls: guacamole and zucchini

Here is what you will need to make this recipe

This is an overview of the ingredients and steps to make this recipe; scroll down for a printable recipe card with exact measurements and detailed instructions.

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🛒Ingredients

  • Zucchini
  • Guacamole

🥄Equipment

  • Y-Vegetable Peeler

How To Make Zucchini Rolls

If you are using homemade guacamole, make the guacamole and set it aside.

a vegetable peeler peeling the zucchini into strips

STEP 1: Use a vegetable peeler or sharp knife to thinly slice into thin zucchini strips.

STEP 2: Use a butter knife or offset spatula to spread the guacamole the zucchini ribbons.

a picture of a offset spatula spreading guacamole onto a zucchini strip

This photo shows step three of the recipe. Zucchini ribbons are rolled up using hands after covering with guacamole.

STEP 3: Use your hands to roll the sliced zucchini covered with guacamole to roll them up.

STEP 4: Garnish the zucchini roll-ups with pieces of chopped tomatoes, pickles, or olives.

Add a pinch or two of sea salt, black pepper, or fresh herbs to taste (optional).

This image shows the final step of recipe. Zucchini rolls are topped with pieces of tomatoes. Seven zucchini rolls are ready to be plated and sitting on wooden cutting board beside vegetable peeler.

Note: The easiest way to achieve nice thin zucchini slices is to use a vegetable peeler like this one or a mandolin slicer and carefully slice down the length of the zucchini. 

Ingredient Notes & Substitutions

The complete list of ingredients to make this easy appetizer is above. Below are notes about some of the ingredients and ideas for substitutes.

Zucchini Small or medium-sized fresh zucchini is the best to use in this recipe. If you use larger size zucchini, the seeds may be large as well, which makes it challenging to roll the zucchini.

Substitute zucchini with yellow summer squash or combine both for a pretty presentation.

Guacamole – Use your favorite guacamole recipe or store-bought. For best results, the guacamole should be fresh. Here is my easy recipe for homemade guacamole.

an overhead view of zucchini roll ups on a white platter

Make Ahead Instructions

Zucchini rolls can be assembled beforehand, but they should be made no more than 2 hours before serving to maintain the fresh, vibrant color.  Once they are made, store them in an airtight container until it’s time to serve them.

Serving suggestions

Serve zucchini rolls as a snack or an appetizer solo, or enjoy them with a veggie charcuterie board, strawberry crostini or cucumber appetizers.

Try zucchini rolls as a side dish with your favorite burger for dinner!

Zucchini rolls are fragile, and as a result, leftovers will not last much longer than one day.

If you have leftovers, place them in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Recipe Variations

There are so many delicious ways to enjoy these zucchini roll ups, here are some suggestions.

Hummus zucchini roll-ups – swap out the guacamole with your favorite hummus recipes, and a pinch of lemon zest like this classic humus recipe or sundried tomato hummus.

Zucchini lasagna roll ups – chop up fresh basil, oregano and garlic or garlic powder and add them to ricotta cheese or another spreadable cheese for herb and cheese stuffing. Serve with a cup of your favorite tomato sauce or marinara sauce and a sprinkle of red pepper flakes.

Egg salad zucchini rolls – stuff the rolls with homemade egg salad.

Guac and cheese zucchini rolls – stuff the rolls with a combination of goat cheese or feta cheese and guacamole.

Veggie zucchini rolls – Chop up fresh veggies such as bell peppers or tomatoes and spread them on top of the guacamole before rolling the zucchini up.

a close up picture of zucchini roll ups on a white plate

💡Tips

  • Leftover appetizer rolls may be watery due to the moisture content in the zucchini. You can blot up the excess moisture with paper towels.
  • Add a splash of lemon juice to the guacamole before spreading it onto the rolls to prevent it from turning brown.
  • The raw zucchini slices may break apart when you are slicing the seed portion; set them aside to use in salad.
  • Chill the zucchini rolls for 20 minutes before serving, which will help the flavors to blend and make them easy to handle.
Are zucchini rolls healthy?

Yes, they are! Uncooked zucchini retains more nutritional value, and avocados which are used to make guacamole have numerous health benefits as well!

How do I prevent the zucchini strips from becoming too watery?

To prevent excess moisture, try lightly salting the strips of zucchini with a little bit of sea salt. After 10 minutes pat them dry with a towel or paper towel and assemble the rolls.

Can I freeze zucchini rolls?

Zucchini has a high water content and it is not recommended to freeze leftover zucchini rolls.

What can I use to slice the zucchini thin if I don’t have a vegetable peeler or mandoline slicer?

You can use a sharp knife to slice the zucchini into thin slices.

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zucchini rolls topped with peppers and olives on a white plate

Zucchini Roll Ups with Guacamole

Thin sliced zucchini ribbons are topped with spicy guacamole and rolled up into a tasty, healthy appetizer
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes

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Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Zucchini Roll Ups Appetizer
Servings: 8 Rolla
Calories: 54kcal
Author: Anne
Scale this Recipe 8 Rolla

Ingredients

  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 3/4 cup homemade [guacamole]
  • chopped olives tomatoes or pickles and a side of fresh salsa

Instructions

  • Use a vegetable peeler to thinly slice 1 medium zucchini
  • Spread the guacamole onto the slices of zucchini
  • roll up the zucchini stips garnish with chopped olives
  • garnish with olives, tomatoes, or onions  

Notes

1 squash plus 3/4 cup of guacamole makes about 7 to 8 rolls. The calorie count is per roll.
Substitute hummus, goat cheese, or ricotta cheese with herbs or egg salad for the guacamole.
Use a mixture of yellow and green summer squash for a colorful presentation.
The number of rolls will vary depending on the size of the zucchini. 
You may have guacamole left over.
See the article above for recipe tips, variations and more!

Nutrition

Serving: 1roll | Calories: 54kcal | Carbohydrates: 3g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 216mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 95IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 8mg | Iron: 0.3mg

Nutrition information provided is an estimate and can vary based on cooking methods and ingredients used

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    1. Hi Lousie and thank you for your comment. The zucchini rolls should stay together once they are rolled up. If you need extra support, you can stick a toothpick in them.