Grilled Zucchini with Coconut-Chile Drizzle and Fresh Mint

Name: Grilled Zucchini with Coconut-Chile Drizzle and Fresh Mint
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 1/4 c. coconut cream; 1/2 tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce; 1/2 tbsp. fish sauce; 1/2 tbsp. fresh lime juice; 1/2 tsp. light brown sugar; 1 3/4 lb. zucchini, sliced 1/4 in. thick on a bias (see Tip); 2 tbsp. olive oil; Kosher salt; 1/3 c. mint leaves, torn if large; 1/4 c. basil leaves (we used Thai or opal basil), torn if large; 1/4 c. unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted; Chili crisp (vegetarian if desired), for serving

It’s the most exciting thing you can do with this vegetable right now.

Published: Jun 16, 2026

Recipe by Tina Martinez

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Yields:

4 serving(s)

Total Time:

30 mins

Cal/Serv:

227

Flame-kissed slices of zucchini finished with a luscious coconut cream dressing and fresh mint will bring major flavor to any spread.

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Ingredients

1/4 cup coconut cream
1/2 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce
1/2 Tbsp. fish sauce
1/2 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
1/2 tsp. light brown sugar
1 3/4 lb. zucchini, sliced 1/4 in. thick on a bias (see Tip)
2 Tbsp. olive oil
Kosher salt
1/3 cup mint leaves, torn if large
1/4 cup basil leaves (we used Thai or opal basil), torn if large
1/4 cup unsweetened flaked coconut, toasted
Chili crisp (vegetarian if desired), for serving

Directions

1. Step 1Heat grill on medium-high. In small bowl, whisk together coconut cream, soy sauce, fish sauce, lime juice, and brown sugar.
2. Step 2Toss zucchini with oil and 3/4 teaspoon salt. Grill until nicely charred, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
3. Step 3Arrange on platter and drizzle with half of dressing; sprinkle with herbs and coconut. Drizzle with chili crisp and serve with remaining dressing.

Tip: For this recipe, choose small zucchini; they tend to be sweeter and less watery, which helps them caramelize on the grill instead of turning soft or soggy.

Nutrition Info: About 227 calories, 16.5 g fat (7 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 517 mg sodium, 19 g carb, 3 g fiber, 15 g sugar (0.5 g added sugar), 4 g protein

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Recipe byTina Martinez

Food Producer

Tina Martinez (she/her) is the food producer for the Hearst Lifestyle Group. Her work for Good Housekeeping includes recipe development and testing as well as food styling. She also brings the Kitchen & Cooking Lab’s expertise to GH’s popular “I Tried It” series, where she tests viral recipes and food trends. She has worked in the food industry since 2007, with experience as a restaurant line cook, culinary educator, and food stylist for editorial, digital, and television platforms. Tina now lives in Westchester with her husband after leaving Brooklyn for a little more suburban greenery. When she’s not cooking, she enjoys discovering local breweries, hiking in national parks, and digging for treasures at thrift stores. Instagram: @tina.d.martinez TikTok: @tinadmartinez

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