Ingredients
Scale
- 3–4 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
- Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Brush zucchini with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill zucchini 3–4 minutes per side, until tender and lightly charred.
- While grilling, whisk together sauce ingredients in a bowl.
- Transfer grilled zucchini to a platter and drizzle or toss with sauce.
- 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.
- 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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