Mediterranean Diet Grilled Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Glaze
Elevate your vegetable game with this Mediterranean Diet Grilled Bok Choy with Garlic Soy Glaze, a simple yet flavor-packed side dish perfect for healthy eating. Tender baby bok choy is halved and kissed by the grill to achieve smoky charred edges while retaining a crisp-tender texture. Brushed with a savory-sweet glaze made from soy sauce, honey, garlic, and fresh ginger, this dish bursts with bold umami flavor balanced by a hint of heat from red pepper flakes and a tangy kick of rice vinegar. Finished with a sprinkle of nutty sesame seeds and fresh cilantro, this recipe is an irresistible addition to any summer barbecue or weeknight meal. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s a quick and nutritious choice that embodies the wholesome simplicity of a Mediterranean-inspired diet.
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Ingredients
- 4 heads baby bok choy
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger
- 1 teaspoon rice vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Step 2
Rinse the bok choy under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel. Slice each head in half lengthwise.
Step 3
In a small bowl, mix together the chopped garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and red pepper flakes to form the glaze.
Step 4
Brush the cut sides of the bok choy with extra virgin olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt and black pepper.
Step 5
Place the bok choy cut side down on the grill. Grill for about 3-4 minutes or until they have nice grill marks and are slightly charred.
Step 6
Flip the bok choy and grill for another 2-3 minutes until cooked through but still crisp-tender.
Step 7
Remove the bok choy from the grill and brush generously with the garlic soy glaze while they are still hot.
Step 8
Transfer the bok choy to a serving platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped fresh cilantro.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh, vibrant flavors of this Mediterranean diet-friendly dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (948.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 630.1 |
| Total Fat 48.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 8.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3421.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 42.3g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.3g | |
| Protein 19.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 886.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2327.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories