Description
These Mexican Grilled Zucchini Ribbon Skewers offer a vibrant and flavorful side dish, featuring thinly sliced zucchini ribbons seasoned with tangy tajín and brushed with olive oil. Quick to prepare and grill, they deliver perfect charred edges and caramelization, making them a delightful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 zucchini, sliced thin - approximately 1/8 inch thick
Seasoning
- ¼ cup tajín, more or less to taste
Other
- ¼ cup olive oil for brushing
Instructions
- Slice the zucchini: Using a mandoline slicer or a sharp knife, slice the zucchini into thin ribbons about 1/8 inch thick. Test the thickness by bending a slice; it should be flexible without breaking.
- Preheat the grill: Heat your grill to high, aiming for 450° to 500° Fahrenheit to ensure proper searing and caramelization.
- Season the zucchini: Lay out the zucchini ribbons on a baking sheet and brush them lightly on both sides with olive oil. Sprinkle each side generously with tajín seasoning to add a zesty, slightly spicy flavor.
- Weave zucchini ribbons onto skewers: Carefully weave the seasoned zucchini slices onto bamboo or stainless steel skewers, creating ribbon layers for grilling.
- Grill the skewers: Place the skewers on the hot grill, cooking for about 10 minutes in total. Turn the skewers 2 to 3 times to ensure even cooking and develop lovely charred bits and caramelization on each side.
Notes
- Use a mandoline slicer for consistent, thin zucchini ribbons to ensure even grilling.
- If tajín is not available, substitute with a mix of chili powder, lime zest, and salt for similar flavor.
- Brush zucchini ribbons lightly with olive oil to prevent sticking and enhance grilling.
- Stainless steel skewers retain heat; handle with care or use bamboo skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes before grilling.
- Watch closely while grilling to avoid overcooking and maintain some crispness in the zucchini.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 136 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 560 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
