While remaining carb-free, keto Feta and Mint Grilled Zucchini is flavorful and simple, highlighting the freshness of summer vegetables. Slices of tender zucchini are grilled until charred, highlighting their natural sweetness. They are finished with a sprinkle of cool mint leaves and creamy, salty feta cheese. This keto Feta and Mint Grilled Zucchini is light but filling, featuring bright herbs, tangy cheese, and smoky zucchini. The best part is that it demonstrates how tasty clean eating can be while being simple to prepare with a few ingredients.
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STATS
- Diet: Ketogenic, gluten-free, and vegetarian
- Course: Side dish or appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired
- Prep done in ten minutes
- Cooking time: Twelve minutes
- Twenty-two minutes will be spent in total
- Size per serve: 1 cup
- Number of servings(total): Four servings
- Cooking method: Outdoor or stovetop grilling
- Difficulty: Easy
TOOLS
- Sharp knife
- Serving platter
- Grill pan or grill
- Tongs
- Cutting board
- Mixing bowl
INGREDIENTS
- 2 tablespoons of mint leaves
- Oil, two tbsp.
- Juice of half a lemon or 1 teaspoon of lemon zest
- 3 zucchini
- Feta cheese, half a cup
- To taste of black pepper and salt
INGREDIENT NOTES
OIL
- We are using olive or avocado oil here. These oils contain a lot of good fats and are low in carbs, perfectly fit for keto. The oil will help us achieve the good grilled marks on the zucchini.
LEMON JUICE OR ZEST
- Use either freshly squeezed juice or the zest of a fresh lemon to add citrus notes to the dish. You may replace them with a dash of apple cider vinegar.
ZUCCHINI
- It is the nutrient-rich and low-carb veggie that can be best grilled. You may swap it with eggplant or yellow squash if needed.
MINT LEAVES
- The addition of chopped fresh mint leaves will brighten up your dish because of its green and fresh addition. You may use fresh parsley or basil to replace mint for variation.
FETA CHEESE
- This adds healthy fats and low-carb content and makes our dish creamy and tangy. You may use the keto blue cheese or goat cheese in its place as well.
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INSTRUCTIONS
- Wash the zucchini under clean water properly and dry it.
- Slice vertically into one-fourth-inch thick slices.
- Apply the oil on both sides and season with salt and black pepper.
- Place the seasoned strips on the grill.
- Cook them till both sides are lightly charred.
- Then, pick each slice from the grill and arrange it on the serving platter one by one.
- Sprinkle the crumbs of feta cheese all over the warm zucchini.
- Then, add the freshly chopped leaves of mint over them.
- If you want to build a next-level taste, squeeze the juice of half a fresh lemon or sprinkle some lemon zest.
- Serve the Keto Grilled Zucchini with feta and mint either warm or at room temperature.
TIPS
- You can sprinkle the minced garlic and your choice of herbs with salt, olive oil, and black pepper on the zucchini slices. Let them stay for at least fifteen minutes for better flavor.
- We advise you to use the grill basket if you feel the risk of the slices from the grill grates.
- If you’re producing more than one batch, then work with patience. Never overcrowd the grill to have even charring.
STORING DIRECTIONS FOR LEFTOVERS
FRIDGE
- Save the remaining dish in a sealed container. Refrigerate them for around three days.
FREEZER
- We never recommend freezing the zucchini, as it becomes mushy and soggy after defrosting
FAQs
Is there any idea to make it more filling?
- Grilled shrimp or chicken perfectly pair with this dish. It can also be served over a layer of leafy greens.
What can be used in place of mint leaves?
- Fresh parsley, dill, or basil works best if mint is not available.
Will the frozen zucchini work here?
- When we defrost the frozen zucchini, it becomes too watery. That’s why we always go for fresh zucchini for this recipe.
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NUTRITIONAL FACTS/SERVING
Size per serve: One-fourth of the recipe
Calories: ~110 kcal
Carbs(total): Five grams
Fiber: 2 g
Net carbohydrates: Three grams
Fats: 8 g
Sugar: Three grams
Proteins: 4 g
Sodium: 220 milligrams
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