Low Sodium Grilled Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Glaze
Elevate your side dish game with this vibrant and flavorful Low Sodium Grilled Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Glaze. Perfect for healthy dining, this recipe highlights the mild, crisp sweetness of baby bok choy, lightly charred on the grill to perfection. The glaze—a savory blend of low sodium soy sauce, fragrant garlic, fresh ginger, and a hint of honey—infuses the tender grilled leaves with a bold yet balanced umami flavor. Finished with a sprinkle of toasted sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, this dish is as nutritious as it is visually stunning. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s an ideal low-sodium option for weeknight dinners or as a standout side at your next cookout. Serve it alongside your favorite grilled proteins or rice bowls for a wholesome, Asian-inspired meal.
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Ingredients
- 4 heads baby bok choy
- 0.25 cups low sodium soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Thoroughly rinse the baby bok choy under cold water to remove any dirt and grit. Cut each head in half lengthwise.
Step 2
In a small bowl, whisk together the low sodium soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, fresh ginger, and crushed red pepper flakes to make the glaze.
Step 3
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Drizzle the bok choy halves with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated. Use your hands to rub the oil into the leaves and the base.
Step 5
Place bok choy cut side down on the grill. Grill for about 3-4 minutes, or until the leaves are slightly charred and wilted.
Step 6
Flip the bok choy halves over and brush them generously with the garlic soy glaze. Grill for an additional 2-3 minutes or until tender.
Step 7
Transfer the grilled bok choy to a serving platter. Drizzle any remaining glaze over the top.
Step 8
Sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped fresh cilantro before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (974.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 643.2 |
| Total Fat 48.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 7.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.6g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2831.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.2g | |
| Protein 20.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 876.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2315.3mg | 0% |
Source of Calories