Grilled Vegetables
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Grilled Vegetables
Description
This Grilled Vegetables recipe uses a selection of fresh vegetables sliced or trimmed to manageable sizes. They are tossed with a dressing made from olive oil, melted butter, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, salt, and black pepper, which imparts a bright, aromatic flavor profile. Grilling at medium-high heat caramelizes the vegetables’ surfaces while keeping their interior tender but not mushy. The grilling time varies by vegetable and thickness but generally takes about 8-12 minutes, with turning halfway to ensure even cooking. Optional fresh basil can be added to garnish and complement the grilled flavors. The resulting dish serves well warm as a side to grilled meats, tossed with grains, or enjoyed on its own.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 medium zucchini sliced diagonally, ½" thick
- 1 small red onion cut into wedges
- 1 red bell pepper or orange, cut into 1" wide strips
- 8 ounces mushroom halved, large, fresh
- 1 bunch asparagus trimmed
- 4 Roma tomato or 8 campari tomatoes
Seasoning Mix
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter melted
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice fresh
- 1 tablespoon parsley chopped, fresh
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ teaspoon salt more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- basil leaves for serving, optional, fresh, thinly sliced
Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high heat, about 375°F-400°F.
- Place prepared vegetables in a large bowl or on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Add the seasoning mix and toss well to coat.
- Remove vegetables from the bowl and place them on the preheated grill (or in a grilling basket or on a grill mat).
- Grill for 8-12 minutes (turning halfway through) or until cooked to desired doneness, removing vegetables as they are cooked.
- Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired. Serve warm.
Notes
- Store leftover grilled vegetables in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.
- Reheat leftovers under the broiler, on a grill, or in the microwave for best texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 164 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 164 | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0.1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 8mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 183mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 802mg | 17% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2569IU | 51% |
| Vitamin C | 68mg | 76% |
| Calcium | 56mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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