Prep time and cook time 10 min.
Here is a delicious combination of the richness of saffron with the creaminess of yogurt to dress the smokey flavor of grilled zucchinis.
Zucchini is one of the most versatile vegetable I can think of. It can be fried, grilled, baked or steamed. It can be sliced, shredded or grated and all the while be able to absorb different tastes because of its porous texture. This recipe takes advantage of that and is served at room temperature as a side dish or as part of selection of salads for a brunch.
Grilled Zucchini With Saffron Yogurt
by
Derek Farwagi
Ingredients
- 3 zucchinis
- a pinch of saffron
- 2 tbsp plain yoghurt
- 2 tsp boiling water
- zest of half a lemon
- clove garlic, crushed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- salt to taste
Instructions
- In a glass, add a pinch of saffron to two teaspoons of boiling water and set aside to soak while you grill the zucchini.
- Cut the zucchinis lengthwise then again across to manageable serving pieces. If you want to be fancy cut them on the bias.
- Brush zucchinis with olive oil and slightly cook at medium heat on a stove top grill for about 2 minutes a side then plate them. Remember overcooked and limp zucchini is just green mush so keep them slightly crunchy.
- Add saffron liquid and stamens to 2 tablespoons of plain yogurt and mix in lemon zest, garlic and olive oil and salt to taste. If the dressing is too thick, add a little water but take care. You want to be able to spread the yogurt not pour it like a salad dressing. Keep any extra dressing for top ups.
Notes
Variation
For a little heat sprinkle a little Aleppo pepper before serving. This yogurt dressing works well with grilled or baked aubergines. See recipe.
For a little heat sprinkle a little Aleppo pepper before serving. This yogurt dressing works well with grilled or baked aubergines. See recipe.
Nutrition
Calories: 68kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 95mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 624IUVitamin C: 53mgCalcium: 73mgIron: 1mg
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