Description
Grilling zucchini is a fantastic way to enjoy this vibrant vegetable while keeping your meals healthy and low in carbs. With its smoky flavor and tender texture, grilled zucchini makes an excellent side dish that pairs well with a variety of main courses. Whether you’re hosting a summer barbecue or looking for an easy weeknight option, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be customized with your favorite marinades and herbs. In just 25 minutes, you can create a dish that not only tastes great but also impresses your family and friends. Enjoy it hot off the grill or toss it into salads for a delightful twist.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1/2 cup low-sugar vinaigrette
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1–2 tsp dried herbs (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Slice zucchini into uniform pieces using a mandoline slicer or knife.
- In a bowl, mix the vinaigrette, garlic powder, and optional herbs.
- Marinate zucchini in a Ziploc bag for at least 4 hours.
- Drain excess marinade before grilling.
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill zucchini slices for about 10-12 minutes total, flipping halfway through until charred and tender.
- Season with salt and pepper before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 49
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 165mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg