Marinade for Grilled Vegetables

Elevate your grilling game with this zesty and herbaceous marinade for grilled vegetables that's bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Featuring a harmonious blend of olive oil, tangy lemon juice, and red wine vinegar, this marinade is infused with aromatic garlic, fresh parsley, and thyme, coupled with earthy oregano and a smoky kick from paprika. A dash of red pepper flakes adds optional heat for spice lovers. Perfect for tenderizing and flavoring a variety of vegetables like zucchini, bell peppers, or eggplant, this quick-to-make recipe requires just 10 minutes of prep time. Let the vegetables soak up the vibrant flavors before hitting the grill for a perfectly charred, caramelized finish. A versatile, crowd-pleasing side dish for any barbecue or plant-based meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 0.25 cup Olive oil
• 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar until well combined.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic, fresh parsley, thyme leaves, and dried oregano to the mixture and whisk to incorporate.

Step 3

Sprinkle in the smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Stir well to ensure the spices are evenly distributed in the marinade.

Step 4

Place your choice of vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, mushrooms, asparagus, or eggplant) in a large resealable plastic bag or a shallow dish.

Step 5

Pour the marinade over the vegetables, ensuring they are completely coated. Toss the vegetables gently to distribute the marinade evenly.

Step 6

Seal the bag or cover the dish with plastic wrap, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse. For best results, marinate for up to 2 hours.

Step 7

Remove the vegetables from the marinade and grill over medium heat, turning occasionally, until tender and slightly charred. Discard any leftover marinade.

Step 8

Serve the grilled vegetables fresh off the grill or at room temperature for a vibrant and flavor-packed side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(142.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	542.3

Total Fat 56.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2369.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 8.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 1.8g	0%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Protein 1.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 57.9mg	0%
Iron 2.0mg	0%
Potassium 216.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 92.6%

Protein: 1.0%

Carbs: 6.3%