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Grilled zucchini slices drizzled with spicy Asian sauce and topped with green onions and sesame seeds

Grilled Zucchini with Spicy Asian Sauce

Quick, flavorful grilled zucchini slices tossed with a spicy soy-ginger Asian sauce. Perfect as a summer side or vegan main dish.

  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 34 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise (1/4 inch)
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt & pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce or tamari
  • 1 tsp Sriracha (adjust to taste)
  • 1 clove garlic, finely minced
  • 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tbsp green onions, chopped
  • 1 tsp sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
  2. Brush zucchini with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Grill zucchini 3–4 minutes per side, until tender and lightly charred.
  4. While grilling, whisk together sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  5. Transfer grilled zucchini to a platter and drizzle or toss with sauce.
  6. Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

  • Use tamari for a gluten-free version.
  • To make it vegan, swap honey for maple syrup.
  • Serve with rice, noodles, or grilled protein for a complete meal.
  • Great with added crushed peanuts or chili crisp.
  • Author: Jennifer
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Grilled
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 420mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

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