Grilled Zucchini Recipe

Grilled zucchini is a super way to use up some of those zukes. This is an easy how to grill zucchini recipe.

Prep Time10 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time20 minsCourseSide DishCuisineVeganServings4 ServingsCalories87 kcal

INGREDIENTS  

• 1 pound zucchini – small in size, up to 2 pounds total.
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice – one lemon
• ½ teaspoon Kosher salt
• ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
• 2 cloves garlic – minced
• 1 ½ teaspoons Italian seasoning
• fresh parsley – optional for garnish
• red pepper flakes – optional – very hot

INSTRUCTIONS 

• In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, garlic, and Italian seasoning until well combined
• Add zucchini to rectangle pan or casserole and toss with the olive oil mixture to coat.
• Heat grill to medium-high. Brush grates of the grill with olive oil.
• Place zucchini on grill and cook 3-4 minutes per side or until tender. Place on the grill skin side down first.
• Remove from grill and place on serving plate.
• Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and parsley if desired. Serve with lemon wedges if desired.

NOTES

A serving is about ¼ to ½ pound. You can add another zucchini to the same mix if the zukes are very small.

NUTRITION

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 87kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 305mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 240IUVitamin C: 24mgCalcium: 33mgIron: 1mg