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Forking into zucchini fresh off the grill and ramped up with a squeeze of lemon.
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Grilled Zucchini

Fork-tender grilled vegetables are a must-have for summer cookouts. Customizable seasonings, a little oil, and smoky goodness from the grill deliver the perfect side for any main dish.
Course Sides
Cuisine American
Diet Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 13 minutes
Servings 4
Calories 124kcal
Author Imma

Equipment

  • 1 Grill gas or charcoal

Ingredients

  • 2-3 medium zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons (30ml) olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon (3g) salt
  • 1 teaspoon (3g) black pepper
  • 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1-2 tablespoons (2-4g) chopped basil
  • 1 teaspoon (2g) dried oregano (fresh also works fine)
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • ¼ cup (60g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 teaspoon (1-2g) red pepper flakes (optional)

Instructions

  • Clean the grill grates and oil them lightly to prevent sticking. Preheat a gas grill to 375-400°F (190-200℃) or medium-high, or if using charcoal, light the coals evenly and wait until they glow.
  • Wash the squash under cold running water, and pat them dry.
  • Place the zucchini on a cutting board, trim off the ends, and slice them in half lengthwise. Place them cut-side up on a large plate or tray. (If they're larger than normal, cut them into slices lengthwise for more even cooking.)
  • Whisk the olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic, basil, oregano, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Then brush the zucchini halves with the mixture, coating both sides.
  • Place the zucchini on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they're tender and have nice grill marks.
  • Remove them from the grill, optionally garnish with Parmesan cheese and red pepper flakes (or a sprinkle of smoked paprika), and serve immediately.

Notes

  • Preheating the grill is essential if you want a gorgeous char with the grill marks.
  • Feel free to use a grill basket or skewers if you're worried about them falling through the grates.
  • Please remember that the nutritional data is an approximation and can vary immensely based on the ingredients used.

Nutrition

Serving: 100g | Calories: 124kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 505mg | Potassium: 361mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 903IU | Vitamin C: 26mg | Calcium: 233mg | Iron: 2mg