Grilled zucchini spears with mint is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or a light lunch. The zucchini spears are grilled until tender and slightly charred, and then tossed with a simple dressing made with olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, and mint. The result is a dish that is both healthy and delicious.
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GRILLED ZUCCHINI WEDGES WITH MINT
A great summer side dish to make when you are grilling meat.
Provided by Deborah Mele
Categories Vegetables - Zucchini
Time 17m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cut the zucchini lengthwise into four wedges.
- Mix the olive oil, salt, pepper, oregano, garlic, and chili flakes in a bowl than add the zucchini wedges and toss to coat.
- Heat up the grill and once the coals are ready cook the zucchini turning every so often until fork tender.
- Arrange the zucchini in a platter and scatter the fresh mint on top.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 194 calories, Carbohydrate 7 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 19 grams fat, Fiber 3 grams fiber, Protein 3 grams protein, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 2 cups, Sodium 273 grams sodium, Sugar 4 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 15 grams unsaturated fat
GRILLED ZUCCHINI SKEWERS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 25m
Yield 14 rolls
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
- On a rimmed baking sheet, toss the zucchini strips with the olive oil and salt. Grill the zucchini until just soft, about 45 seconds per side. Don't worry about the grill marks at this point. Remove to a board and lay out the strips.
- Lay the strips of zucchini on a board. Roll 1 cube of cheese in 1 strip of ham, then position the ham and cheese roll on a zucchini strip so the exposed ends of the cheese will be rolled up in the zucchini, preventing it from squeezing out. Roll the zucchini around the ham and cheese roll. Use 2 skewers to secure the roll. Repeat with the remaining ingredients, placing 2 rolls on every pair of skewers. Place the skewers back on the grill and grill until just warmed through and grill marks have formed, about 1 minute per side. Serve warm.
GRILLED ZUCCHINI SPEARS WITH MINT
Mint brightens up this ubiquitous summer zucchini and lends an extra touch of garden-fresh flavor. The side dish is gluten-free and takes under 30 minutes to prepare.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Healthy Recipes Gluten-Free Recipes
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Heat grill to high. Drizzle zucchini with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Grill zucchini, turning often, until cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes. Transfer to a platter. Drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with mint leaves. Garnish with mint sprigs.
GRILLED HALLOUMI AND MINTED ZUCCHINI SANDWICHES
Halloumi, a Greek cheese, has a squeaky texture and high melting point and maintains its bounce even if you grill it or sauté it to a golden crust - which is exactly what you'll do for this riff on a simple cheese sandwich. Fresh baguette, grilled zucchini and onion, the soft-crisp cheese? It is a sandwich rich and savory enough for dinner.
Provided by Sara Dickerman
Categories easy, lunch, main course
Time 45m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium-high and clean and oil the grate. (Or preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat.)
- Marinate the zucchini in 1 tablespoon of the olive oil, the lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Set aside for at least 30 minutes. In a separate dish, brush the sliced halloumi with 1 teaspoon of the olive oil. Peel the onion and cut it into 1/2-inch wedges through the core to hold each wedge together. Marinate the onion in 1 teaspoon olive oil and the remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt.
- Grill the zucchini until it has dark grill marks and is tender. Toss immediately in a bowl with the garlic and mint; then set aside. Grill the onion wedges, turning once, until they are slightly charred on the edges and a bit softened but not totally limp. Grill the halloumi until softened and marked by the grill.
- Slice the baguette lengthwise, leaving one side slightly attached. Brush with the remaining teaspoon of the olive oil. Cut crosswise into four even segments. Distribute the zucchini, halloumi and onions evenly among the sandwiches.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 441, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 18 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 981 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams, TransFat 0 grams
GRILLED ZUCCHINI
A grilling recipe that is easy to prepare, tasty as a appetizer or a side dish.
Provided by Garry Glazebrook
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Squash Zucchini Grilled Zucchini Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Whisk olive oil, sea salt, garlic, rosemary, and black pepper together in a bowl; brush evenly onto zucchini strips.
- Cook on preheated grill until brown, 5 to 7 minutes per side; transfer to a serving platter. Drizzle balsamic vinegar over zucchini to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138.1 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Fat 12.7 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 1.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.8 g, Sodium 307.4 mg, Sugar 3.2 g
BALSAMIC GRILLED ZUCCHINI
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
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 SPEARS WITH MINT
Make and share this Grilled Zucchini Spears With Mint recipe from Food.com.
Provided by jc834979
Categories Vegetable
Time 17m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Heat grill to high.
- Drizzle zucchini with oil, & season with salt & pepper.
- Grill zucchini, turning often, until cooked through, 4-6 minutes. (I like mine soft, but crispy, & cooked for 7 minutes per side.).
- Transfer to platter. Drizzle with oil, & sprinkle mint leaves. Garnish with mint sprig.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 26.1, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 16.3, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 2.8, Protein 2
PARMESAN ZUCCHINI SPEARS
Delicious side dish, perfect for summer when the zukes are coming in! Recipe is from Light and Tasty's June/July 2005 issue.
Provided by A Messy Cook
Categories Vegetable
Time 20m
Yield 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut zucchini into quarters lengthwise, then cut in half crosswise.
- In large nonstick skillet, saute zucchini in olive oil over medium heat for 4 minutes.
- Sprinkle with lemon zest, salt, and pepper; saute 4-5 minutes longer or until zucchini is crisp-tender.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle with cheese, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.9, Fat 2.4, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 1.5, Sodium 131.9, Carbohydrate 3.9, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 3, Protein 2.1
GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH BLACK OLIVES AND MINT
Categories Herb Olive Vegetable Side Fourth of July Picnic Quick & Easy Wheat/Gluten-Free Backyard BBQ Mint Zucchini Summer Grill Grill/Barbecue Gourmet Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4 as a side dish
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Prepare grill.
- Pit and thinly slice olives. Cut zucchini diagonally into 1/4-inch-thick slices and in a bowl toss with oil and salt and pepper to taste.
- Grill zucchini, in batches if necessary, on a rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals 2 to 3 minutes on each side, or until lightly charred and just tender. (Alternatively, zucchini may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned heavy ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.) Transfer zucchini to bowl and toss with olives, mint, and lemon juice.
GRILLED BEEF SKEWERS WITH ZUCCHINI AND MINT
A well-balanced dinner that's delicious any time of year, this Grilled Beef Skewers with Zucchini and Mint offers a healthy combination of whole grains, vegetables, and protein for dinner. Try to find grass-fed beef, if possible.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers Finger Food Recipes
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Bring rice and water to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and cover. Cook 45 minutes, until tender. Let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork. Stir in scallions.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Thread beef on skewers. Season beef and zucchini with salt and pepper and drizzle with oil. Grill, turning, until cooked through and blackened in parts, about 6 to 8 minutes. Serve over rice. Top with mint leaves and red chile flakes. Serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 275 g
PARMESAN ZUCCHINI SPEARS
This fast-and-fresh side dish is courtesy of Judy Harris of Brainerd, Minnesota.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cut zucchini lengthwise into quarters, then cut in half widthwise. In a large nonstick skillet, cook and stir zucchini in oil over medium heat for 4 minutes. Sprinkle with lemon zest, salt and pepper. Cook and stir 4-5 minutes longer or until zucchini is crisp-tender. Remove from the heat; sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 64 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 201mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CARAMELIZED ZUCCHINI WITH MINT
Categories Side Sauté Quick & Easy Vinegar Mint Zucchini Summer Healthy Gourmet Sugar Conscious Vegan Vegetarian Pescatarian Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- In a large heavy skillet heat the oil over moderately high heat until it is hot but not smoking, in it sauté the zucchini slices in batches with salt and pepper to taste for 2 minutes on each side, or until they are deep golden and tender, and stir in the mint and the vinegar to taste.
Tips:
- Select firm and fresh zucchini: Look for zucchini that are deep green in color and have smooth, firm skin. Avoid zucchini that are yellowed or have blemishes.
- Cut the zucchini into uniform spears: This will help them cook evenly. Cut the zucchini spears about 1-inch thick and 3-4 inches long.
- Marinate the zucchini spears: Marinating the zucchini spears in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, herbs, and spices will help them absorb flavor and stay moist during grilling.
- Grill the zucchini spears over medium-high heat: This will help them cook quickly and evenly. Grill the zucchini spears for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until they are tender and slightly browned.
- Serve the zucchini spears immediately: Grilled zucchini spears are best served hot and fresh. You can sprinkle them with additional herbs, spices, or cheese before serving.
Conclusion:
Grilled zucchini spears are a delicious and healthy side dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be grilled in just a few minutes. Grilled zucchini spears are a great way to add more vegetables to your diet and they are also a good source of vitamins and minerals. So next time you are looking for a healthy and delicious side dish, give grilled zucchini spears a try!
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