Nut-Free Grilled Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Glaze
Elevate your grilling game with this Nut-Free Grilled Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Glaze, a vibrant and healthy side dish that’s packed with bold, umami-rich flavors. Perfectly charred bok choy pairs effortlessly with a fragrant glaze made from soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, rice vinegar, and sesame oil, delivering a delightful balance of savory and subtly sweet notes. This quick recipe, ready in just 25 minutes, is a fantastic option for those seeking nut-free, gluten-free, or plant-based grilling ideas. Garnished with fresh green onions and crunchy sesame seeds, it makes an elegant addition to any meal, whether served alongside a protein or as a light main course. Ideal for summer cookouts and weeknight dinners alike, this recipe promises to impress your taste buds and your guests with its simplicity and sophistication.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 heads bok choy
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 large, minced garlic cloves
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 stalks, sliced for garnish green onions
- 1 tablespoon, for garnish sesame seeds
Instructions
Begin by washing and drying the bok choy. Cut each head in half lengthwise, keeping the leaves attached to the base.
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, minced garlic, brown sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and black pepper until the sugar is dissolved. Set the glaze aside.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Brush the cut sides of the bok choy halves with olive oil to prevent sticking and to achieve a nice char.
Place the bok choy cut side down directly on the grill grates.
Grill the bok choy for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the leaves begin to char slightly and the stems become tender. Adjust the grill time depending on the size of the bok choy.
Once grilled, remove the bok choy from the grill and arrange it on a serving platter.
Drizzle the garlic soy glaze over the grilled bok choy while it is still warm.
Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.
Serve immediately as a side dish or light main course.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
603 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.2 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1971 mg | 86% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.2 g | 33% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.9 g | ||
| Protein | 18.1 g | 36% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 702 mg | 54% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 2848 mg | 61% | |
*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.
