Garlic Herb Grilled Zucchini (Printable Version)

Tender grilled zucchini tossed with garlic and fresh herbs, a flavorful and light summer side dish.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick strips

→ Marinade

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

# How to Make It:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, basil, thyme, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
02 - Add the zucchini slices to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
03 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
04 - Grill the zucchini slices for 3 to 4 minutes per side, until tender and grill marks appear.
05 - Transfer to a serving platter, garnish with extra herbs if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • It turns the simplest summer vegetable into something people actually get excited about.
  • The marinade takes less time to make than it does to preheat the grill.
  • You can serve it warm off the grates or let it sit on the counter, it tastes incredible either way.
  • It works as a side dish, a topping for grain bowls, or tucked into sandwiches the next day.
02 -
  • Don't skip the marinating time, even 5 minutes makes a huge difference in how the flavors cling to the zucchini.
  • If your grill is too hot, the outside will char before the inside softens, so keep the heat at medium-high and watch closely.
  • Pat the zucchini dry before marinating if they feel wet, excess moisture can make them steam instead of grill.
03 -
  • Slice the zucchini evenly so they cook at the same rate, uneven pieces mean some will be mushy while others are still raw.
  • If you're grilling for a crowd, double the marinade and prep everything ahead, the zucchini can sit in the marinade for up to an hour without getting soggy.
  • Always taste a piece before you serve, if it needs more salt or lemon, add it while the zucchini is still warm so the flavors absorb.
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