Description

Grilled zucchini is a quick, healthy, and flavorful side dish with smoky grill marks and tender texture. Seasoned simply with olive oil, garlic, salt, and pepper, it pairs well with almost any main course.

Ingredients

3 medium zucchini
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
Optional: 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or oregano), balsamic glaze, or grated Parmesan

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Instructions

Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Wash zucchini and cut into planks or thick rounds, 1/4–1/2 inch thick.
Toss zucchini slices in a large bowl with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
Place zucchini on grill in a single layer. Grill for 3–4 minutes per side until tender with visible grill marks.
Transfer to a serving platter and, if desired, drizzle with lemon juice, sprinkle with herbs or Parmesan, or add balsamic glaze.

Notes

Add red pepper flakes or cayenne for a spicy kick.Sprinkle with Parmesan or feta for extra flavor.Yellow squash can be used in place of zucchini.Do not overcook to avoid soggy texture.Works well on both outdoor grills and stovetop grill pans.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
Calories: 70
Sugar: 3g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 4.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 6g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg