Grilled zucchini with walnuts and yogurt-lime sauce
6 servings
30 minutes
Grilled zucchini with walnuts and yogurt-lime sauce is a dish infused with the spirit of Georgian cuisine, where the freshness of vegetables combines with the rich flavor of nuts and aromatic dressing. Grilled zucchini acquire an appetizing golden crust, while the light tartness of lime and the spiciness of tarragon highlight their natural sweetness. The yogurt-lime sauce adds a creamy texture and refreshing note, while crunchy walnuts give the dish a distinctive taste. It's an ideal option for a summer lunch or dinner when you want something light but with a rich bouquet of flavors.
1
Preheat the grill or barbecue.
2
Cut the zucchini into long thin strips lengthwise.
3
In a pan, heat half of the oil and add minced garlic, tarragon, 1 tablespoon of lime juice, nuts, salt, and pepper. Warm slightly while stirring.
- Walnut oil: 3 tablespoons
- Garlic: 2 cloves
- Tarragon: 5 stem
- Lime: 1 piece
- Crushed walnuts: 50 g
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
4
In a small bowl, mix grated lime zest, yogurt, finely chopped onion, then lightly salt and pepper. Transfer to a small serving bowl and drizzle with oil.
- Lime: 1 piece
- Greek yogurt: 200 g
- Salad onions: 1 head
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Walnut oil: 3 tablespoons
5
Season with salt and pepper, brush the zucchini with the remaining oil. Place on the grill and cook for about 4 minutes, turning, until golden brown.
- Walnut oil: 3 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
- Zucchini: 800 g
6
Place on a large plate, drizzle with the prepared dressing, and serve with the yogurt-lime sauce on the side.