Best 6 Balsamic Grilled Zucchini Recipes

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Balsamic grilled zucchini is a flavorful and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed during the warm summer months. This simple dish is made with fresh zucchini, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and a variety of herbs and spices. The zucchini is grilled until tender and slightly charred, and then tossed with the balsamic vinegar mixture. The result is a delicious and colorful dish that is perfect for a light lunch or dinner.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BALSAMIC GRILLED ZUCCHINI



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Grilled zucchini is so tasty when you use fresh, firm, in-season zucchinis! The olive oil-balsamic marinade is superb.

Provided by Vered DeLeeuw

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large zucchinis (unpeeled (about 1 lb.))
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Preheat grill, or a grill pan, over medium-high heat. I like to use my George Foreman Grill.
  • Trim the zucchini edges and slice it crosswise into ½-inch-thick rounds.
  • In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, kosher salt, black pepper and garlic powder.
  • Brush the zucchini rounds with the mixture, on both sides. Set aside any remaining marinade.
  • Grill the zucchini slices until just tender, 3-4 minutes on each side. In my dual contact George Foreman grill, I grill 3 minutes on the first side, then 2 more minutes on the second side.
  • Brush the grilled zucchini slices with the remaining marinade and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 0.3 recipe, Calories 106 kcal, Carbohydrate 6 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 9 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 193 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 2 g

BALSAMIC GRILLED VEGETABLES



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Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h35m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 cups balsamic vinegar, preferably aged
1 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 cup balsamic vinegar, preferably aged
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon sea salt
1 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon granulated garlic
3 (9 to 12-inch) carrots, sliced lengthwise, 1/4-inch thick
2 celery roots, trimmed and cut in 1/4-inch slices
3 large red onions, cut into rounds, 3/8-inch thick
2 (7 to 8-inch) zucchini, sliced lengthwise, 1/4-inch thick
4 (4-inch), crooked neck squash, sliced lengthwise, 1/4-inch thick
Oil, for brushing grill

Steps:

  • In a medium saute pan over medium heat, add vinegar, sugar, and honey. Let simmer for 15 to 20 minutes or until reduced by half. Keep warm for glazing on grill.
  • In a 1 gallon re-sealable bag, add the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, sea salt, pepper, and garlic and mix until combined. Next, add the carrots, celery root and onions, remove excess air. Allow to marinate for 30 minutes. Then add the zucchini and squash and allow to marinate for 10 more minutes.
  • Preheat grill to medium-high.
  • Brush grill with oil. Add onions, carrots and celery root. Cook on both sides for 3 to 5 minutes brushing with balsamic glaze. Mark and brown evenly on both sides. Remove to holding pan and cover with aluminum foil. Add squash and zucchini to grill, brush with glaze and cook for 2 minutes per side, until marked and evenly brown. Remove to holding pan, and cover until service.
  • Drizzle veggies with remaining glaze and serve on a warm platter.

MARINATED AND GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND SUMMER SQUASH



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Toss this zucchini and squash on the grill and the flavor intensifies from the heat. This time-saver side dish (less than 30 minutes) is perfect for a no-fuss summer lunch or dinner.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Quick & Easy Recipes

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium zucchini (about 2 pounds total), sliced lengthwise 1/4 inch thick
4 medium yellow squash (about 2 pounds total), sliced lengthwise 1/4 inch thick
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Coarse salt and ground pepper

Steps:

  • Heat grill to medium. In a large bowl, gently toss zucchini, squash, oil, vinegar, and oregano; season with salt and pepper. Working in batches if necessary, lift vegetables from marinade, and grill, covered, turning once, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes. Reserve marinade. (To store, refrigerate vegetables and remaining marinade separately, up to 1 day.) Drizzle grilled vegetables with remaining marinade, and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 199 g, Fat 14 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 2 g

BALSAMIC GRILLED ZUCCHINI



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A simple, easy grilled zucchini with a touch of balsamic vinegar and spices.

Provided by LashGal

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini     Grilled Zucchini Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 zucchinis, quartered lengthwise
2 teaspoons olive oil
½ teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 pinch salt
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Preheat grill for medium-low heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Brush zucchini with olive oil. Sprinkle garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and salt over zucchini.
  • Cook on preheated grill until beginning to brown, 3-4 minutes per side. Brush balsamic vinegar over the zucchini and continue cooking 1 minute more. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 37.6 calories, Carbohydrate 3.6 g, Fat 2.5 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 8 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH FRESH MOZZARELLA



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Use as an appetizer or side dish for your Italian food. It is amazingly easy to put together. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar for another great taste.

Provided by TishT

Categories     Cheese

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4 inch slices (about 1 pound)
2 tablespoons olive oil
salt, to taste
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1/4 teaspoon white wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
1/2 lb salted fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into thick slices

Steps:

  • Light the grill or heat the broiler.
  • In a large glass or stainless-steel bowl, toss the zucchini with 1 tablespoon of the oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.
  • Grill or broil the zucchini, turning once, until tender and golden, about 5 minutes per side.
  • Put the zucchini back in the bowl.
  • Toss the zucchini with 1/2 Tbs of the oil, 1/8 tsp salt, the vinegar, garlic, and parsley.
  • Let cool.
  • Put the mozzarella slices on a serving plate, fanning them out to form a circle.
  • Drizzle them with the remaining 1/2 Tbs oil and sprinkle them with a pinch of pepper.
  • Fold the zucchini slices in half and tuck them between the pieces of cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254.7, Fat 19.7, SaturatedFat 8.4, Cholesterol 44.8, Sodium 371, Carbohydrate 6.5, Fiber 1.7, Sugar 3.1, Protein 14.4

BALSAMIC-GLAZED ZUCCHINI



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I am a member of a community supported agriculture farm. I once received the most delicious garlic and garden-fresh zucchini in a seasonal box. That's when I came up with this fabulous recipe. -Joe Cherry, Metuchen, New Jersey

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon olive oil
3 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • In a large enamel-coated cast-iron or other heavy skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add zucchini; cook and stir until tender, 5-7 minutes. Add garlic and salt; cook 1 minute longer. Remove from pan. , Add vinegar to same pan; bring to a boil. Cook until reduced by half. Add zucchini; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 166mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini: Look for medium-sized zucchini that are firm and have smooth skin. Avoid zucchini that are too large or have blemishes.
  • Slice the zucchini evenly: Cut the zucchini into 1/4-inch thick slices so that they cook evenly. If the slices are too thick, they will take longer to cook and may not get tender.
  • Marinate the zucchini: Marinating the zucchini in a mixture of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs helps to infuse them with flavor. You can marinate the zucchini for as little as 30 minutes or for up to overnight.
  • Grill the zucchini over medium heat: Grilling the zucchini over medium heat helps to prevent them from burning. If the heat is too high, the zucchini will cook too quickly and may not get tender.
  • Flip the zucchini frequently: Flip the zucchini every 2-3 minutes so that they cook evenly. If you don't flip the zucchini, they may cook unevenly and may not get tender.
  • Serve the zucchini immediately: Grilled zucchini is best served immediately after it is cooked. You can serve it as a side dish, appetizer, or main course.

Conclusion:

Grilled zucchini is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this versatile vegetable. By following these tips, you can grill zucchini that is tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy summer side dish, give grilled zucchini a try.

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