Grilled Zucchini

Grilling shouldn’t just be about hamburgers and hot dogs. Do your body and tastebuds a favor by adding this simple lemony grilled zucchini recipe to your next cookout!

Recipe

Servings: 4 people

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into ¼-inch-thick planks

  • Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder

  • Lemon wedges, for squeezing

  • Chopped fresh parsley or basil leaves

  • Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium.

  2. Place the zucchini on a large plate or tray, drizzle with olive oil, and sprinkle with the garlic powder and pinches of salt and pepper. Toss to coat.

  3. Grill for 1 to 3 minutes per side, or until char marks form and the zucchini is tender but still has some bite.

  4. Remove from the grill and squeeze with lemon juice. Garnish with fresh herbs, season to taste, and serve.

Recipe Notes

Pro Tip: If you have leftovers, try making a zucchini omelet or frittata with them!

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