Grilled Yellow Squash and Zucchini

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
27%
Grilled Yellow Squash and Zucchini
15 min.
6
65kcal

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Looking for a quick, delicious, and healthy side dish that's perfect for any occasion? Look no further! This Grilled Yellow Squash and Zucchini recipe is a vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free delight that's ready in just 15 minutes. Each serving comes in at only 65 calories, making it a fantastic option for those watching their waistline.

With a flavorful marinade featuring minced garlic, ground cumin, fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and paprika, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds. The star ingredients, summer squash and zucchini, are halved and grilled to perfection on a medium-hot grill, resulting in a tender and slightly charred texture that beautifully complements the vibrant flavors of the sauce.

This recipe is not only ideal for those with specific dietary needs but is also a fantastic addition to any barbecue, dinner party, or casual get-together. Its simple ingredients and straightforward instructions make it a breeze to prepare, leaving you more time to enjoy your meal and the company of your loved ones. So why wait? Fire up that grill and get ready to impress with this Grilled Yellow Squash and Zucchini!

Ingredients

  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  • tablespoon juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika 
  •  summer squash 
  •  zucchini 

Equipment

  • grill

Directions

  1. Halve each squash, but do not peel.
  2. Combine sauce ingredients and brush squash with sauce.
  3. Place on medium hot grill and cook about 5 minutes on each side, basting frequently with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories65kcal
Protein9.42%
Fat64.03%
Carbs26.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
16.17
Glycemic Load
0.73
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
6.202173948288%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.12mg
Hesperetin
0.36mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.01mg
Quercetin
0.45mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:65.2kcal
3.26%
Fat:5.06g
7.79%
Saturated Fat:0.74g
4.59%
Carbohydrates:4.72g
1.57%
Net Carbohydrates:3.26g
1.18%
Sugar:3.16g
3.51%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:7.13mg
0.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.67g
3.35%
Vitamin C:23.94mg
29.02%
Vitamin B6:0.26mg
13.03%
Manganese:0.25mg
12.34%
Potassium:353.1mg
10.09%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.28%
Folate:35.24µg
8.81%
Vitamin K:7.73µg
7.36%
Vitamin A:345.73IU
6.91%
Magnesium:24.05mg
6.01%
Vitamin E:0.89mg
5.91%
Fiber:1.47g
5.86%
Phosphorus:51.97mg
5.2%
Vitamin B1:0.06mg
4.26%
Iron:0.65mg
3.63%
Copper:0.07mg
3.62%
Vitamin B3:0.64mg
3.22%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.81%
Vitamin B5:0.25mg
2.45%
Calcium:23.29mg
2.33%
Source:Food.com