Zucchini slices make perfect finger food. It’s fun to make a topping for zucchini and a good solution for a never-ending crop. — Elisabeth Larsen, Pleasant Grv, Utah
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, cut diagonally into 1/2-in. slices
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup water
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 cup shredded cooked chicken
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped red onion
- julienned carrot and chopped fresh cilantro
Instruction
- Place zucchini on an oiled grill rack over medium heat; grill, covered, until tender, 3-4 minutes per side. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- In a small saucepan, whisk together first 7 topping ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until slightly thickened, 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Stir in chicken and onion; heat through.
- To serve, top zucchini slices with chicken mixture. Sprinkle with carrot and cilantro.
