Garlic Herb Grilled Zucchini (Printable)

Tender grilled zucchini tossed with fresh garlic and herbs, ideal for light summer dishes.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch-thick strips

→ Marinade

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 tablespoon fresh basil, finely chopped
06 - 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves, chopped
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
09 - Juice of 1/2 lemon

# Directions:

01 - In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, parsley, basil, thyme, salt, pepper, and lemon juice.
02 - Add the zucchini slices to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Let marinate for 5 to 10 minutes.
03 - Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
04 - Grill the zucchini slices for 3 to 4 minutes per side until tender and grill marks appear.
05 - Transfer to a serving platter and garnish with extra herbs if desired. Serve warm or at room temperature.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • It's ready in under 20 minutes, leaving you time to actually enjoy your guests instead of being stuck at the grill.
  • The flavor tastes effortlessly Mediterranean without any fuss or obscure ingredients.
  • Somehow it works warm, cold, or room temperature—perfect for when your timing is chaotic.
02 -
  • Don't slice your zucchini too thin or it becomes mushy—those 1/2-inch strips are the sweet spot that gives you actual texture.
  • The grill pan or grates need to be clean and hot, or your zucchini will stick stubbornly instead of releasing with those beautiful marks.
03 -
  • Pat your zucchini slices dry with a paper towel before marinating—excess moisture is the enemy of good grill marks.
  • Don't crowd the grill; zucchini needs space to breathe and direct heat contact, or you'll get steam instead of char.
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