Description
These Mexican Grilled Zucchini Ribbon Skewers are a flavorful and colorful side dish perfect for summer barbecues. Thinly sliced zucchini is brushed with olive oil, sprinkled with zesty tajín seasoning, and grilled until beautifully charred and tender. This light and healthy recipe offers a delicious way to enjoy fresh vegetables with a spicy Mexican twist.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 zucchini, sliced thin - approximately 1/8 inch thick
- ¼ cup tajín seasoning, more or less to taste
- ¼ cup olive oil for brushing, plus extra as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the zucchini: Using a mandoline slicer, slice the zucchini into very thin ribbons about 1/8 inch thick. Bend a slice to ensure it is flexible enough for skewering.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to high, targeting a temperature between 450 and 500 degrees Fahrenheit to achieve a good sear.
- Season the zucchini: Lay the zucchini slices out on a baking sheet. Lightly brush both sides with olive oil, then sprinkle generously with tajín seasoning on each side for bold flavor.
- Weave zucchini on skewers: Thread the seasoned zucchini ribbons onto bamboo or stainless steel skewers in a woven pattern to secure them firmly.
- Grill the skewers: Place the skewers on the hot grill and cook for about 10 minutes, turning 2 to 3 times. Grill until the zucchini develops charming charred marks and caramelization without becoming mushy.
Notes
- If you don’t have tajín, make a homemade version with chili powder, lime zest, and salt.
- Use a mandoline slicer carefully to ensure consistent thickness for even cooking.
- Brush olive oil lightly to prevent the zucchini from sticking to the grill and drying out.
- You can substitute zucchini with yellow squash for similar results.
- Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1 skewer)
- Calories: 136 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 420 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
