Description
These Mexican Grilled Zucchini Ribbon Skewers are a vibrant and flavorful side dish, perfect for summer barbecues or any grilled meal. Thinly sliced zucchini ribbons are seasoned with tajín and grilled to achieve a delightful char and caramelization, making a healthy, colorful addition to your dining table.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 zucchini, sliced thin - approximately 1/8 inch thick
- ¼ cup tajín, more or less to taste - or homemade tajín
- ¼ cup olive oil for brushing, plus extra as needed
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Slice the zucchini into thin ribbons about 1/8 inch thick using a mandoline slicer. Bend a slice gently to ensure it is flexible enough for skewering.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to high temperature, between 450 and 500 degrees Fahrenheit, to achieve a good sear and caramelization on the zucchini.
- Season the Zucchini: Lay the zucchini ribbons flat on a baking sheet. Brush them lightly with olive oil on one side and sprinkle with tajín seasoning. Flip the ribbons, then brush and season the other side similarly.
- Assemble the Skewers: Carefully weave the seasoned zucchini ribbons onto bamboo or stainless steel skewers, creating a stacked and slightly curled effect for a pleasing texture.
- Grill the Skewers: Place the zucchini ribbon skewers on the preheated grill. Grill for about 10 minutes total, turning 2 to 3 times to ensure even cooking, achieving beautiful charred bits and caramelization without overcooking.
Notes
- Use a mandoline slicer for uniform thin slices, which ensures even grilling and flexibility when weaving.
- Tajín seasoning can be adjusted to taste or substituted with a mix of chili powder, lime zest, and salt.
- Brush olive oil on zucchini ribbons to prevent sticking and enhance flavor.
- Handle the zucchini ribbons gently when weaving to avoid tearing.
- Stainless steel skewers conduct heat better than bamboo, which may speed up cooking slightly.
- Can be served immediately or at room temperature.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 136 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
