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Grilled Zucchini Recipe – This grilled zucchini recipe with lemon and garlic celebrates summer’s most ubiquitous veggie in all its green glory. The flavorful combination of garlic, herbs, lemon, olive oil, and seasoning brings out the best in zucchini and makes for a fantastic side dish. Try out this grilled zucchini recipe today and enjoy a guilt-free side dish that’s sure to please at your next backyard bash. Enjoy!
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Ingredients list for the Grilled Zucchini Recipe
- 2 medium-sized zucchini, sliced lengthwise (quartered)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable stock
- 1/4 cup (60ml) lemon juice, more for serving
- 1/4 cup (60ml) olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon salt and fresh cracked black pepper
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Grilled Zucchini Ingredients
These are the simple ingredients you’ll need to make this grilled zucchini recipe:
- Zucchini: You’ll need two fresh zucchini, quartered lengthwise.
- Olive oil locks in moisture and gives the seasonings something to adhere to.
- Lemon juice and vegetable stock for an extra boost of favor.
- Seasonings: The grilled zucchini is seasoned with Italian seasoning, garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper
How to Make Grilled Zucchini Recipe
This grilled zucchini recipe is a delicious and healthy side perfect for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners. To make this dish, you only need zucchini, lemon juice, olive oil, Italian seasoning, vegetable stock, melted butter, salt, and pepper. Marinate the zucchini with all the ingredients, then grill it until it’s cooked to perfection, then top with an additional squeeze of lemon juice and a drizzle of olive oil for an extra burst of flavor.
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Directions
1. To make the grilled zucchini: Preheat your grill to medium-high. Toss zucchini with olive oil, lemon juice, Italian seasoning vegetable stock, garlic powder, and melted butter in a large bowl. Season with 1/4 teaspoon salt and black pepper to taste.
2. Once the grill is hot, place zucchini on the grill using tongs. Grill the zucchini for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip and continue cooking on high for 2 to 3 minutes more.
3. When zucchini is tender with nice charred marks, remove from heat, adjust seasoning as needed, and serve immediately. Enjoy! ❤️
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What to Serve With Grilled Zucchini
This grilled zucchini recipe is the perfect addition to any summer grilling menu. Grilled zucchini is a great side dish, and it pairs well with various main course options. For a light and healthy meal, serve it alongside a salad or grilled chicken. For a heartier meal, serve it with grilled steak, fish, or pork chops. To add some flavor, include a side of flavorful dips such as pesto, hummus, or tzatziki and some crusty bread or pita chips. You could also serve it as a veggie kabob platter with other grilled vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, and onions.
How to keep grilled zucchini leftovers
To keep grilled zucchini leftovers, place them in an airtight container or wrap them in plastic and store them in your refrigerator. Reheat the grilled zucchini in the oven or stovetop with butter or oil before serving.
More zucchini recipes
- 14 Healthy Zucchini Recipes So You’ll Never Get Bored With This Summer
- Cheesy Zucchini Gratin
- Garlic Parmesan Roasted Zucchini
- Marinated Zucchini Noodles
- Sautéed Zucchini In Lemon Garlic Butter
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