PrintEasy Grilled Zucchini with Parmesan and Fresh Herbs
You will make tender, charred grilled zucchini topped with savory Parmesan cheese and fresh herbs. This is a quick, healthy grilled vegetable side dish perfect for your next BBQ.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 10 min
- Total Time: 20 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchini
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the grill for medium-high heat. Clean and lightly oil the grates.
- Wash the zucchini and trim off the ends. Slice each zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick planks.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Brush both sides of the zucchini planks with the seasoned olive oil mixture.
- Place the zucchini planks directly on the hot grill grates. Grill for 3 to 4 minutes per side until tender and you see nice char marks.
- Remove the grilled zucchini from the grill and arrange it on a serving platter.
- Immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan cheese over the warm zucchini so it melts slightly.
- In a small bowl, mix the chopped fresh basil and parsley. Sprinkle the herbs over the cheese.
- Drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the entire dish before serving.
Notes
- For the best results, do not overcook the zucchini; you want it tender but still holding its shape.
- If you do not have fresh herbs, you can use 1 teaspoon of dried Italian seasoning in the oil mixture.
- This recipe works well for gluten free grilled side dish requirements.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 280
- Fat: 8
- Saturated Fat: 2
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 4
- Cholesterol: 5