Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini – A healthier twist on classic street corn, this zucchini side dish is grilled to perfection and packed with bold flavors. After making this many times, I’ve found the trick to getting that perfect char and crispy texture. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Classic Hawaiian Loco Moco Recipe with Mushroom Gravy and Easy Baked Sea Bass with Olives and Cherry Tomatoes.
Why This Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini Is Pure Comfort
- Easy to make with simple ingredients
- Packed with bold Mexican street corn flavors
- Healthier alternative to traditional street corn
- Perfect side dish for summer cookouts and BBQs
What You'll Need for Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.
- Zucchini
- Mayonnaise
- Mexican Street Corn Seasoning
- Lime
- Cilantro
- Mexican Street Corn Seasoning
- Lime
- Cilantro
- Mayonnaise
- Optional: Crumbled Feta Cheese
- Optional: Chili Flakes
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Zucchini: Use medium-sized zucchini for even cooking.
- Mexican Street Corn Seasoning: You can find this in stores or make your own using chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
🛒 Tools & Equipment I Recommend
- Grill Pan — Ensures even heat distribution and perfect char marks. → See on Amazon
- Microplane Zester — Makes it easy to zest limes and grate garlic. → See on Amazon
How to Make Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
- Prepare Zucchini: Slice zucchini into 1/2-inch rounds and brush with olive oil.
- Grill Zucchini: Grill zucchini slices for 2-3 minutes on each side or until charred and tender.
- Season Zucchini: Transfer grilled zucchini to a bowl and toss with mayonnaise, Mexican street corn seasoning, lime zest, and juice.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro, crumbled feta cheese (optional), and serve with lime wedges.
Cook's Tips for Perfect Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
- : For even cooking, make sure your grill or grill pan is hot before adding the zucchini.
- Common mistake and fix: If your zucchini is turning out soggy, you may be cooking it too long. Aim for 2-3 minutes per side for tender, crispy slices.
- : For a vegan version, substitute the mayonnaise with vegan mayo or Greek yogurt.
- : Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Storing & Reheating Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Short-Term Storage
Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Make-ahead tip: You can prepare the zucchini slices and seasoning mixture ahead of time, but wait to combine until ready to serve.
Freezing Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Not recommended for freezing.
How to Reheat Without Drying It Out
Oven: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes or until warmed through. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or until warmed through.
Recipe Notes
- Chef tip: For a smokier flavor, grill the zucchini on an outdoor grill instead of a grill pan.
- Best substitution: Substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the zucchini slices and seasoning mixture ahead of time, but wait to combine until ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If your zucchini is turning out soggy, you may be cooking it too long. Aim for 2-3 minutes per side for tender, crispy slices.
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Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- Zucchini
- Mayonnaise
- Mexican Street Corn Seasoning
- Lime
- Cilantro
Seasonings
- Mexican Street Corn Seasoning
- Lime
- Cilantro
- Mayonnaise
Optional Toppings
- Crumbled Feta Cheese
- Chili Flakes
Instructions
- Prepare Zucchini: Slice zucchini into 1/2-inch rounds and brush with olive oil.
- Grill Zucchini: Grill zucchini slices for 2-3 minutes on each side or until charred and tender.
- Season Zucchini: Transfer grilled zucchini to a bowl and toss with mayonnaise, Mexican street corn seasoning, lime zest, and juice.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with chopped cilantro, crumbled feta cheese (optional), and serve with lime wedges.
Notes
- Chef tip: For a smokier flavor, grill the zucchini on an outdoor grill instead of a grill pan.
- Best substitution: Substitute the mayonnaise with Greek yogurt for a lighter version.
- Make-ahead: Prepare the zucchini slices and seasoning mixture ahead of time, but wait to combine until ready to serve.
- Scaling: This recipe can easily be doubled or tripled for larger crowds.
- Troubleshooting: If your zucchini is turning out soggy, you may be cooking it too long. Aim for 2-3 minutes per side for tender, crispy slices.
Storage
- Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Not recommended for freezing.
- Oven reheat: Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes or until warmed through.
- Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 30-60 seconds or until warmed through.
- Make ahead: You can prepare the zucchini slices and seasoning mixture ahead of time, but wait to combine until ready to serve.
Nutrition Per Serving
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 4g
- Fat: 8g
- Carbs: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Cholesterol: 5mg
- Sat. Fat: 1.5g
Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.
Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini FAQs
You can prepare the zucchini slices and seasoning mixture ahead of time, but wait to combine until ready to serve to prevent the zucchini from becoming soggy.
You may be cooking the zucchini for too long. Aim for 2-3 minutes per side for tender, crispy slices.
Yes, you can make this recipe in the air fryer. Cook the zucchini slices at 400°F (200°C) for 5-7 minutes or until tender and crispy.
Greek yogurt is a great substitute for mayonnaise in this recipe.
Yes, this recipe is naturally gluten-free.
A Warm Final Note
I can’t wait for you to try Crispy Mexican Street Corn Style Grilled Zucchini and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!
