This grilled zucchini recipe is a quick side dish that can accompany almost any main.
Thick slices of fresh zucchini are seasoned with herbs, oil, and lemon juice and then grilled until they’re tender.
It’s the perfect summer side dish for just about any meal! Just slice, season, grill, and serve! So quick and easy.
Quick & Easy Side Dish
- It doesn’t take long to make grilled zucchini, it’s a quick and easy side dish.
- Zucchini is low in calories, low in carbs, and grilling this summer veggie makes it delicious!
- Prep it ahead of time, and put it on the grill while the chicken, beef, or pork are resting (it cooks fast).
- Cut zukes horizontally to keep them from slipping through the grates or use a grill basket if you’d like. They can also be cut into rounds and threaded on skewers
Ingredients for Grilled Zucchini
Zucchini – Zucchini squash is great in this recipe when it’s abundant in the garden or farmers market or when it’s on sale! Add in some yellow summer squash if you’d like! Other veggies are great in this easy marinade too.
Marinade – This is a simple summer recipe so we keep the seasonings simple. A minced garlic clove, a bit of olive oil, and a squeeze of lemon juice are all that are needed.
Garnish – If you’ve got fresh herbs like basil, dill, or parsley add a little sprinkle after these come off of the grill. Freshly shredded parmesan cheese is perfect on these too!
How to Grill Zucchini
This is one of those summer zucchini recipes that’ll quickly become a favorite! Fire up the BBQ for a quick and simple side dish that is easy to serve!
- Prep: Slice the zucchini into long strips in ½-inch to ¾-inch thick.
- Season: Add oil, seasonings, and lemon juice and toss to coat.
- Grill: Place the zucchini on the grill and cook 2-3 minutes per side(as per the recipe below).
Garnish with fresh herbs like basil or dill and a sprinkle of feta or parmesan cheese, if desired.
Tips
- Zucchini can be tossed in the seasonings and marinated for up to 24 hours in advance.
- Cutting larger veggies helps ensure they don’t slip through the grate.
- If you’re using a really large garden zucchini, cut the zucchini in half and remove the seeds if needed. The zucchini can be cut into large ½ moons instead. An extra large zucchini may have tougher skin that can be peeled if you’d like.
- Zucchini cooks super fast so keep an eye on it so it doesn’t overcook! Don’t cut the zucchini too thin or it will overcook.
- If you’ve grilled meat, the zucchini can be cooked while the meat rests.
- If you have fresh herbs, they are best sprinkled on the zucchini after cooking.
Storing Leftover Zucchini
For best results, keep leftover grilled zucchini in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Use in omelets, salads, stir-fries, or reheat in the microwave.
Favorite Grilled Veggies
Did you love this Grilled Zucchini recipe? Leave a rating and comment below with your favorite seasoning and serving ideas!
Grilled Zucchini
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini about 6-8 oz each
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic minced
- ½ teaspoon dried basil leaves
- 1 lemon divided
- seasoning salt & pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Slice zucchini into long ½-inch thick slices and place on a plate or baking tray.
- Add olive oil, garlic, basil, salt & pepper. Squeeze half of the lemon over the zucchini and toss to combine.
- Add the strips to the preheated grill and cook 2-3 minutes per side or until tender crisp.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Zucchini can be tossed in the seasonings and marinated for up to 24 hours in advance.
- Cutting larger veggies helps ensure they don’t slip through the grate.
- If you’re using a really large garden zucchini, cut the zucchini in half and remove the seeds if needed. The zucchini can be cut into large ½ moons instead. An extra large zucchini may have tougher skin that can be peeled if you’d like.
- Zucchini cooks super fast so keep an eye on it so it doesn’t overcook! Don’t cut the zucchini too thin or it will overcook.
- If you’ve grilled meat, the zucchini can be cooked while the meat rests.
- If you have fresh herbs, they are best sprinkled on the zucchini after cooking.
Nutrition Information
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Side Dish
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cAN AN AIR FRYER BE USED FOR THE GRILLED ZUCCHINI RECIPE
Air fryer zucchini is delicious Nancy! I would look at this recipe for times and temperatures! I hope this helps.
This is the best grilled zuchini recipe ever! I made this recipe for my Mom on her Birthday and she absolutely loved it, along with the rest of my family;). I don’t think I could find a better recipe for zuchini than this one. Great job and thank you so much!
I’m so glad your family loved it Abigail! Happy birthday to your Mom!
This was really good. But important not to overcook which we did the first batch and it was mushy on inside…ok though threw it in freezer for when I make your creamy zucchini soup.
Great idea to use leftovers in zucchini soup!
Really nice recipe. Thanks for sharing.