Grilled Thai Marinated Summer Squash

May 21, 2023May 21, 20230 15
Grilled Thai Marinated Summer Squash with Mint and Basil
in Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

20 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 medium zucchini , cut lengthwise in half
1 medium summer squash , cut lengthwise in half
1/4 cup reduced-sodium vegetable broth or 1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon lime juice
1/2 teaspoon chopped of fresh mint
1/2 teaspoon chopped fresh basil
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped gingerroot
1/2 teaspoon finely chopped jalapeno
1 teaspoon reduced sodium soy sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
2-4
Calories
50
Sugar
3g
Fat
2g
Grilled Thai Marinated Summer Squash with Mint and Basil is the perfect way to showcase fresh seasonal vegetables. It's a healthy and delicious side dish that is easy to prepare and full of flavor. The marinade adds a bright, citrusy flavor to the grilled squash and complements the fresh herbs perfectly. This recipe is perfect for a summer barbecue or a weeknight dinner. It's also vegetarian and gluten-free, making it a great option for those with dietary restrictions. Serve this dish alongside grilled meats or fish, or enjoy it as a light and healthy vegetarian main course.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2.In a small bowl, whisk together vegetable or chicken broth, lime juice, soy sauce, mint, basil, gingerroot, and jalapeno.
3.Place zucchini and summer squash in a large bowl and pour marinade over the top, tossing to coat vegetables.
4.Grill squash for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and squash is tender but still firm.
5.Serve hot off the grill.

PROS

Grilled Thai Marinated Summer Squash is a healthy and flavorful summer side dish.

The marinade adds a bright and fresh flavor to the grilled squash, while also keeping it moist and tender.

This recipe is vegetarian and gluten-free.

CONS

While this dish is healthy and low in calories, it may be difficult to find all of the ingredients depending on where you live.

Spices like mint, basil, gingerroot, and jalapeno may be hard to come by in some regions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Summer squash is low in calories and high in fiber, making it a great addition to any healthy diet.
The marinade used in this recipe is also low in fat and sodium.
Fresh herbs like mint and basil contain antioxidants, which can help reduce inflammation in the body.

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