Bocadillos de Calabacita

Bocadillos de Calabacita are delicious Mexican BBQ sandwiches featuring grilled zucchini and a medley of vibrant flavors, perfect for a vegetarian feast. These tasty bites are served in soft bolillo rolls, making them a delightful and fulfilling meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium, sliced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic powder - 1 teaspoon
• Smoked paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Bolillo rolls - 2
• Avocado - 1, sliced
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt - 4 tablespoons

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2. In a bowl, combine the sliced zucchini with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.
3. Grill the zucchini slices for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
4. While the zucchini is grilling, prepare the bolillo rolls by slicing them in half lengthwise.
5. Once the zucchini is done, remove it from the grill and let it cool slightly.
6. In a small bowl, mix the chopped cilantro with lime juice.
7. Assemble the bocadillos by placing the grilled zucchini on the bottom half of each bolillo roll.
8. Top the zucchini with slices of avocado, a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt, and a drizzle of the cilantro-lime mixture.
9. Close the rolls and serve immediately, enjoying the fresh flavors.

Nutrition

• Calories: 420
• Protein: 9 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 480 mg
• Cholesterol: 10 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from zucchini and avocado.
• High in fiber, promoting healthy digestion.

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