Grilled Zucchini Bites
Servings (Adjustable):
Calories: 146kcal
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Ingredients
- 2 small zucchini about 160 grams each
- ¼ teaspoon granulated garlic
- ⅛ teaspoon smoked sweet paprika
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
ADDITIONAL:
- 1 to 2 tablespoons oil for greasing
OPTIONAL SERVING:
- fresh lime wedges or fresh lemon
- fresh parsley chopped
Instructions
- Thoroughly wash and pat dry the zucchini. Remove the lower end and slice zucchini about ½-inch-thick slices. Discard the top side stem.
- Lightly grease the top side and season with garlic, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Flip each zucchini slice, lightly grease with oil, and sprinkle with the remaining seasoning.
- Grease the cast iron grill and set the heat to medium.
- Once the grill is hot enough, place the zucchini slices onto the heated grill.
- Grill zucchini undisturbed for 5 minutes or until the desired grill marks are achieved. Flip each zucchini round and continue grilling for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the grilled zucchini rounds are crisp-tender.
- Serve immediately with fresh parsley and lime wedges.
Notes
Use fresh, quality zucchini with no molds, cuts, or bruises.
Slice zucchini at least ½ inch thick to prevent it from being mushy while grilling.
Do not move zucchini slices while grilling on each side. Grilling zucchini undisturbed will result in prominent grill marks.
Do not overcrowd the grill to prevent the zucchini slices from steaming.
This Grilled Zucchini recipe was made using a cast-iron grill over a stovetop, but a charcoal grill can be used as an alternative for outdoor cookouts.
Nutrition
Calories: 146kcal | Carbohydrates: 4g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 301mg | Potassium: 319mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 299IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 21mg | Iron: 1mg
Equipment
Knife
Wooden plate
Kitchen tongs
Cast iron grill
