The Anti-Inflammatory Grilled Zucchini with Spicy Asian Sauce has a delightful spicy and smokey flavor. We prepare this grilled zucchini with fresh zucchini, extra-virgin olive oil, tamari, rice vinegar, sesame oil, fresh ginger, garlic, chili garlic sauce, lime juice, honey, sesame seeds, and green onions. This grilled zucchini has about 135 calories and 5 g of net carbs per serving. We grill the zucchini instead of frying it. The Anti-Inflammatory Grilled Zucchini with Spicy Asian Sauce is perfect for weeknight dinners, meal prep, family gatherings, summer cookouts, and healthy anti-inflammatory eating plans. You can serve this grilled zucchini with Grilled Lemon Chicken, Baked Salmon, Garlic Shrimp, Sesame Tofu, or Asian Slaw.
STATS:
- Course: Side Dish
- No. of Calories: 135 kcal
- Diet: Anti-Inflammatory
- Prep time: 10 minutes
- Cuisine: Asian
- Cook time: 10 minutes
- Portion size: 1 cup
- Cooking mode: Grilling
- Overall Yields: 4
- Difficulty level: Easy
- Overall Duration: 20 minutes
TOOLS:
- Grill
- Vessels
- Knife
- Tongs
- Whisk
INGREDIENTS:
GRILLED ZUCCHINI:
- ½ tsp salt
- 4 zucchini
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp black pepper
SPICY ASIAN SAUCE:
- One tbsp. tamari
- Rice vinegar, one tbsp.
- One tbsp. olive oil
- One tsp. sesame oil
- Ginger, one tbsp.
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1–2 tsp chili garlic sauce
- 1 tsp lime juice
- ½ tsp honey
- 1 tsp sesame seeds
- 1 tbsp green onions
INGREDIENT NOTES AND THEIR SUBSTITUTIONS:
ZUCCHINI:
- We have to utilize zucchini, as it will provide a tender and lightly charred texture.
OLIVE OIL:
- Use the olive oil, which will provide healthy fats and help in grilling.
TAMARI:
- We use tamari, which will deliver a savory umami flavor.
RICE VINEGAR:
- Utilize rice vinegar to provide a mild tangy flavor and balance the sauce. You can switch it with apple cider vinegar.
SESAME OIL:
- Use sesame oil to provide a rich, nutty Asian flavor.
GINGER:
- Utilize fresh ginger to provide a spicy taste and anti-inflammatory benefits.
GARLIC:
- Use garlic to provide a savory and aromatic flavor. You can substitute it with garlic powder.
CHILI GARLIC SAUCE:
- Utilize chili garlic sauce to provide a spicy and flavorful kick.
HONEY:
- Use honey to provide a mild sweetness that balances the spicy sauce.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Make slices of the zucchini into half-inch pieces.
- Mix the zucchini with pepper, olive oil, and salt.
- Whisk every sauce elements in a dish.
- Warm the grill on a low flame and cook the zucchini till become charred and tender, for almost three minutes.
- Put the zucchini in a plate and drizzle the spicy Asian sauce.
- Add the green onions & sesame seeds as a garnish.
- Serve this zucchini recipe hot or at a neutral temperature.
TIPS:
- Include the suace after grilling to get the freshest flavor.
- We utilize normal-sized zucchini for perfect texture.
- Avoid crowding the grill too much.
- You can grill the zucchini slices till become lightly charred although not mushy.
- Include extra chili sauce for additional heat.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
PROTEIN DISHES:
- Grilled Lemon Chicken
- Baked Salmon
- Garlic Shrimp
- Sesame Tofu
- Chicken Skewers
SIDE DISHES:
- Cauliflower Rice
- Cucumber Salad
- Asian Slaw
- Steamed Broccoli
- Quinoa Salad
LIGHT DISHES:
- Avocado Salad
- Edamame Salad
- Miso Soup
- Seaweed Salad
- Cabbage Slaw
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put the grilled zucchini in a closed dish and stock it for longer than 2 to 3 days.
FREEZER:
- We do not suggest storing this grilled dish, as the zucchini will be softer and watery after defrosting.
FAQs:
Will we prepare this zucchini recipe without a grill?
- You can use the grill skillet or pan on a slower flame.
Could we decrease the spices?
- Yes, you can use just half tsp. of chili garlic sauce.
May we prepare this zucchini recipe earlier?
- Yes, you can chill the sauce for almost two days earlier.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
No. of calories: 135 kcal
Sodium: 400 mg
Net carbs: 5 g
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 5 g
Fats: 9 g
Proteins: 3 g
Portion Size: 1 cup
Total carbs: 7 g