Low Sodium Grilled Summer Squash
Elevate your summer grilling game with this vibrant and heart-healthy recipe for Low Sodium Grilled Summer Squash. Featuring a medley of yellow summer squash and zucchini, this dish is infused with a light and zesty marinade of olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic, complemented by aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme. With just 15 minutes of prep and 10 minutes on the grill, these tender, golden squash slices are seasoned to perfection with a sprinkle of black pepper and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat. Perfect as a low-sodium side dish or a vegetarian centerpiece, this easy and flavorful recipe is packed with nutrients and bursting with smoky, summer-inspired goodness. Serve fresh off the grill for a healthy treat everyone will adore!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Yellow summer squash
- 3 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 minced Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried thyme
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or use a grill pan on the stovetop.
Thoroughly wash and dry the summer squash and zucchini. Cut each squash lengthwise into quarters or halves depending on their thickness.
In a small bowl, mix olive oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic together to make the marinade.
Brush the squash pieces with the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Save any remaining marinade for after grilling.
In another small bowl, combine black pepper, oregano, thyme, and red pepper flakes.
Sprinkle the spice mixture evenly over the squash pieces.
Place the squash on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until grill marks appear and the squash is tender.
Remove the grilled squash from the heat and place on a serving platter.
Drizzle any remaining marinade over the squash for added flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy this healthy, low sodium dish!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
589 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.6 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.4 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 5606 mg | 244% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.9 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 58.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 245 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2680 mg | 57% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
