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Best Grilled Zucchini Slices with Garlic and Herbs

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Make the best grilled zucchini slices! This easy garlic-herb recipe is charred to perfection and never soggy—the ultimate summer side.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 8 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: vegetarian
Calories: 90
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 medium zucchinis California-grown; sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips
  • 3 cloves fresh garlic minced; Gilroy garlic preferred
  • 3 tablespoons (45 ml) extra virgin olive oil Napa Valley olive oil preferred
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh herbs basil, thyme, or rosemary, chopped
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 ml) black pepper

Method
 

  1. Wash and slice the zucchinis lengthwise into 1/4-inch strips.
  2. Whisk together olive oil, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
  3. Place the zucchini strips in a resealable bag or bowl, pour the marinade over them, and let soak for at least 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high (approximately 400°F).
  5. Place the marinated slices on the grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until tender and marked.
  6. Transfer the zucchini to a platter, drizzle with more olive oil if desired, and garnish with additional herbs before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 230mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3g

Notes

Slicing Consistency: I have learned that keeping the slices at a uniform thickness is the secret to even cooking, so I always take my time with the knife to ensure every piece hits that perfect