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Delicious grilled zucchini garnished with fresh herbs and lemon on a wooden table.
Alyssa

Grilled Zucchini

This grilled zucchini recipe is the perfect summer side dish! It's quick and easy to make, and the zucchini has a delicious firm-yet-tender texture. Herbs and lemon juice fill it with fresh flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Sides
Cuisine: American
Calories: 50
Ingredients Method Notes

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

Method
 

  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.

Notes

Enjoy this vibrant and healthy grilled zucchini as a side with your summer meals.