Grilled Zucchini with Sea Salt
Elevate your summer grilling game with this easy and flavorful Grilled Zucchini with Sea Salt recipe! Perfect for a quick side dish or light appetizer, this recipe transforms simple zucchini into tender, smoky perfection with just a few pantry staples. Each zucchini plank is brushed with a delightful blend of olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder before hitting the grill, where it develops gorgeous char marks and a subtly caramelized taste. Garnished with fresh parsley for a burst of color and herby freshness, this dish is ready in just 20 minutes and pairs beautifully with grilled meats, seafood, or as part of a vegetarian spread. Healthy, versatile, and irresistibly tasty, this grilled zucchini recipe is destined to become a summertime favorite.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat (about 375°F to 400°F).
Step 2
Wash the zucchinis thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Step 3
Trim off the ends of the zucchinis and slice them lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick planks.
Step 4
In a small bowl, combine olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 5
Brush both sides of each zucchini plank with the seasoned olive oil mixture using a pastry brush.
Step 6
Carefully place the zucchini planks on the preheated grill. Let them cook for 3–4 minutes on one side until grill marks appear.
Step 7
Flip the zucchini planks and cook for an additional 3–4 minutes on the other side, until tender but not mushy.
Step 8
Remove the zucchini from the grill and transfer them to a serving plate.
Step 9
Optional: Sprinkle freshly chopped parsley over the grilled zucchini for a pop of color and flavor.
Step 10
Serve immediately while warm. Enjoy your Grilled Zucchini with Sea Salt alongside your favorite main dish!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (820.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 534.6 |
| Total Fat 30.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 3.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 9783.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 60.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.7g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 54.4g | |
| Protein 8.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 127.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1733.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories