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    Home ยป Recipes ยป Vegan Appetizer Recipes

    Grilled Marinated Zucchini Crostini (vegan)

    Published: Aug 17, 2021 ยท Updated: May 22, 2022 by Jacqui Wormington ยท This post may contain affiliate links. ยท 1 Comment

    In need of a perfect appetizer? Make these grilled and marinated Zucchini Crostini with vegan Stracciatella cheese! They are such an easy appetizer that everyone will love! Made with fresh herbs and high-quality olive oil. This is sure to be the ultimate crowdpleaser.

    Jump to:
    • ๐Ÿ’ก The recipe in a nutshell
    • ๐Ÿซ’ Monini Olive Oilย 
    • ๐Ÿฅ– What is Crostini?
    • ๐Ÿง€ What is Stracciatella cheese?
    • ๐ŸŒฑ How to make it vegan?
    • ๐Ÿ“‹ Substitutions
    • ๐Ÿฅฃ Storage
    • ๐Ÿ“– Recipe
    • ๐Ÿ’ฌ Reviews

    This post is supported by Monini Olive Oil. But as always, all thoughts and opinions are my own. A big thanks to the supporting brands that make The Simple Sprinkle possible.

    Zucchini Crostini Vegan

    ๐Ÿ’ก The recipe in a nutshell

    • Vegan (eggless and dairy free)
    • Easy to make
    • Very flavorful and delicious
    • Italian cuisine
    • Perfect appetizer for any gathering or party

    ๐Ÿซ’ Monini Olive Oil 

    Monini has a wide range of products, such as oils and vinegar. The Monini family produces products from their heart since 1920. All of their oils are 100% Italian, organic, and certified by ICEA. Their oils are exclusively made from natural farming. Therefore, they don't use any artificial fertilizers or chemical pesticides!

    In this recipe, we are using their IGP Sicilia. Taste the fragrances of Sicily in this oil. Pleasant fruity flavors with intense green tomato taste, mildly pungent, and slightly sweet. It is absolutely delicious! Overall one of the best olive oils Iโ€™ve ever tasted! Its delicate taste makes it perfect for fresh vegetables and marinades.

    ๐Ÿฅ– What is Crostini?

    Crostini (meaning "little crusts" in Italian) is an Italian appetizer. It consists of small slices of grilled (or toasted) bread and various toppings. Generally, toppings include a variety of cheeses, meats, and vegetables. A simpler topping version is brushes of olive oil and herbs. Along with bruschetta, crostini originate in medieval times.

    ๐Ÿง€ What is Stracciatella cheese?

    Stracciatella is an Italian cheese product from pulled mozzarella curds and heavy cream. The word stracciatella means โ€œragโ€, and it comes from the word strattore ("to stretch"). Generally, Mozzarella in Italy is made out of buffalo milk. Unlike in the United States, where stracciatella is usually pasteurized cow's milk.

    ๐ŸŒฑ How to make it vegan?

    To turn this stracciatella cheese plant-based mash-up vegan mozzarella cheese in a small bowl. Then add vegan cream cheese and mix well together. If necessary add some filtered water and salt to taste. Leave in the refrigerator until ready to use. All in all this 'cheese' mix will give your crostini an amazing flavor and creaminess!

    ๐Ÿ“‹ Substitutions

    If youโ€™re a garlic lover, add more garlic to the marinade. Mince and keep in the marinade to enhance its flavor. You can also substitute garlic with 1 teaspoon garlic powder if you donโ€™t have fresh garlic cloves around.

    If desired using regular dairy-based Mozzarella and sweet cream is possible.

    ๐Ÿฅฃ Storage

    Generally, the crostini keep fresh for a couple of hours. However, they are best eaten immediately. Keep leftover oil in an air-tight jar, to drizzle on salads or pasta.

    ๐Ÿ“– Recipe

    grilled zucchini crostini vegan

    Grilled Marinated Zucchini Crostini (vegan)

    Jacqui Wormington
    In need of a perfect appetizer? Make these grilled and marinated Zucchini Crostini with vegan Stracciatella cheese! They are such an easy appetizer that everyone will love! Made with fresh herbs and high-quality olive oil. This is sure to be the ultimate crowdpleaser.
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 15 minutes mins
    Total Time 25 minutes mins
    Course Appetizer, Snack
    Cuisine Dairy-Free, Italian, Vegan

    Equipment

    • grill

    Ingredients
      

    • 1-2 Zucchini, sliced lengthwise into โ…› inch thin strips
    • ยฝ cup extra virgin olive oil, Monini's IGP Sicilia (120 ml)
    • 1 whole garlic clove
    • ยฝ teaspoon salt
    • pinch of black pepper
    • 1 teaspoon white vinegar
    • 8 julienned mint leaves
    • ยฝ teaspoon Italian seasoning
    • 1 sliced ciabatta bread

    To Make Stracciatella

    • 4 ounces vegan cream cheese (115g - ยฝ cup)
    • 8 ounces vegan mozarella (225g)
    • 1 tablespoons filtered water
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    Instructions
     

    • Heat grill pan over med/high heat, add zucchini, and grill 2-3 minutes each side, set aside.
    • In a small bowl whisk together EVOO, garlic, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, vinegar, and mint leaves. Brush mixture over zucchini, and marinade for at least 30-40 minutes.
    • In a small bowl mash up vegan mozzarella cheese. Add vegan cream cheese and mix well together. If necessary add some salt to taste. Leave in the refrigerator until ready to be used.
    • Slice ciabatta. Heat grill pan over med/high heat. Grill ciabatta for 3-4 minutes on each side until desired crispiness. Remove from grill and drizzle a bit of the flavored EVOO from the marinate over crostini.
    • Spread stracciatella over each crostini. Let the oil drip off zucchini shortly. Then place on top of bread. Serve and buon Appetito!

    The provided nutritional information is an estimate. Accuracy is not guaranteed.

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    1. Tanner says

      August 17, 2021 at 5:23 am

      5 stars
      Amazing! 10/10 would eat all of it again.

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