Sesame-Garlic Grilled Summer Squash

A friend gave us summer squash and zucchini from her garden today. She took a gamble with an early (mid-May) planting and it has paid off in plants that are quite a bit farther along than my own. Here's a great way to use either yellow squash or zucchini.

3 Tbsp soy sauce
1 Tbsp sesame oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 medium yellow squash or zucchinis

Combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic in a small bowl or jar.

Slice the squash lengthwise into 1/4-1/2-inch slices. For the outside slices, peel off some of the skin so the marinade will be able to soak in.

Spread the squash slices on a plate or baking sheet. With a spoon or pastry brush, generously spread the soy sauce mixture over each slice. Let sit for up to an hour.

Place the squash slices marinade side down on the grill. Spread the tops with more of the marinade. Grill over medium-high heat for five minutes, then turn over and grill for another 5-6 minutes, until tender.

Serves 2-3.