Best Grilled Vegetables
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
15 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Servings
6 to 8 servings
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Calories
1344 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
Mediterranean
Best Grilled Vegetables
Description
This recipe for Best Grilled Vegetables begins with an optional step of salting eggplant slices to reduce bitterness and soften the texture. Vegetables including eggplant, bell peppers, yellow squash, and asparagus are coated in extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with kosher salt. Grilled over medium-high heat, each vegetable cooks to tenderness with charred grill marks. Different grilling times are suggested to match each vegetable's texture and thickness.
Once grilled, the vegetables are arranged on a platter and seasoned with za’atar and sumac, spices that add earthy, lemony notes. Fresh parsley and basil provide herbal brightness, and crumbled feta cheese can be added for a salty contrast.
The dish pairs well with grilled proteins or can be served with dips like tzatziki or hummus for a Mediterranean-inspired meal. Leftovers keep well refrigerated for several days and can be reheated or enjoyed cold.
Instructions emphasize careful monitoring of grilling times and recommend avoiding frequent shifting on the grill to develop desired marks and texture.
Ingredients
- 1 eggplant 14 ounces (404 grams), sliced lengthwise into ½-inch thick slices
- kosher salt
- 6 bell pepper whole (or 3 large bell peppers, cored and cut into wide strips, baby
- 3 yellow squash halved lengthwise
- 1 pound asparagus
- 1 teaspoon Za’atar
- 1 teaspoon sumac
- 1/4 cup parsley chopped, fresh
- 1/4 cup basil chopped, fresh
- 2-3 tablespoons feta cheese optional (skip to keep it vegan, crumbled
For the dressing
- 3 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 lemon juiced, large
- kosher salt small pinch
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- (Optional) If you have the time, sprinkle eggplant slices with kosher salt and place in a colander for 20 minutes. This will allow the eggplant to sweat out its bitterness. Pat dry with a paper towel.
- Oil the grates of your grill. Set the grill temperature to medium-high.
- Place the vegetables on a large tray or sheetpan. Drizzle generously with extra virgin olive oil. Sprinkle with kosher salt. Give the vegetables a quick toss to make sure they are well coated with the oil. (Note: if you’ve already salted the eggplant in optional step #1, do not salt again)
- Place vegetables on heated grill and cook until tender. Vegetables will be ready at different points, so watch accordingly or cook in batches: about 15 minutes for whole baby bell peppers; 8 to 9 minutes for yellow squash and eggplant; and 5 to 6 minutes for Campari tomatoes and asparagus. Shift/turn the vegetables occasionally but not too often.
- Arrange grilled vegetables on a large platter. Season vegetables with za’atar and sumac.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the dressing ingredients then pour all over the vegetables. Top with fresh parsley, basil, and feta (if using). Enjoy!
Notes
- Salting eggplant before grilling reduces bitterness and softens its texture.
- Grill vegetables on medium-high heat and watch cooking times closely as vegetables differ in required time.
- Avoid frequently shifting vegetables on the grill to achieve better char marks.
- Serve grilled vegetables alongside Mediterranean dishes like chicken, salmon, or beef kabobs, and dips such as tzatziki or hummus.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6to 8 servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1344 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 134.4kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 5.2g | 10% |
| Fat | 8.2g | 13% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 8% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5.2g | 26% |
| Cholesterol | 2.7mg | 1% |
| Sodium | 52.6mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 676.2mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 7.9g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 1934.3IU | 39% |
| Vitamin C | 66.8mg | 74% |
| Calcium | 53.2mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.8mg | 16% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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