Sesame Grilled Zucchini

Sesame Grilled Zucchini is a delightful vegetarian dish that brings the rich flavors of Chinese BBQ to your table. Charred zucchini is coated in a savory sesame marinade, making it a perfect side or main dish for any meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 400g)
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, toasted
• Green onions - 2, finely chopped
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Wash the zucchini and slice it into 1 cm thick rounds or long strips, depending on your preference.
2. In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, black pepper, and lemon juice to create the marinade.
3. Add the zucchini slices to the marinade and toss well to ensure they are evenly coated. Let them marinate for at least 10 minutes.
4. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
5. Once hot, place the marinated zucchini on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and the zucchini is tender.
6. Remove the zucchini from the grill and sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 150
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 16 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 900 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.25 L

Health Benefits

• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C and potassium.

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