Grilled Zucchini: The Perfect Summertime Side Dish Recipe
This grilled zucchini recipe is a quick and easy summer side dish featuring tender yet firm zucchini slices charred to perfection on a grill or grill pan, enhanced with garlic powder, fresh herbs, and a bright squeeze of lemon juice for fresh flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into ¼-inch-thick planks
Seasonings
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Other
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Lemon wedges, for squeezing
- Chopped fresh parsley or basil leaves, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium heat to ensure it is ready for cooking the zucchini.
- Prepare Zucchini: Arrange the zucchini slices on a large plate or tray, drizzle them evenly with extra-virgin olive oil, then sprinkle with garlic powder, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently to coat all pieces thoroughly.
- Grill Zucchini: Place the zucchini slices on the hot grill or grill pan. Grill each side for 1 to 3 minutes until you see nice char marks and the zucchini is tender but retains some firmness.
- Season and Serve: Remove the zucchini from the grill. Immediately squeeze fresh lemon juice over the slices, garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil leaves, adjust seasoning if needed, and serve as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- Slice zucchini evenly for uniform cooking.
- Use a grill pan if outdoor grilling is unavailable.
- Adjust lemon and seasoning to your taste preferences.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the zucchini at its freshest.
- Can be paired with grilled meats, fish, or as part of a vegetarian meal.
