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Easy Garlic Herb Grilled Zucchini Planks

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A quick and flavorful grilled zucchini recipe featuring a garlic herb marinade, perfect for summer BBQs and simple weeknight meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large zucchinis, washed and sliced lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick planks
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
  • Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes

Instructions

  1. Wash the zucchinis and trim off the ends. Slice each zucchini lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick planks, yielding about 8-10 planks per zucchini.
  2. In a medium mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped thyme and rosemary, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Whisk until well blended and fragrant.
  3. Add the zucchini planks to the marinade and gently toss to coat each piece evenly. Let them sit for 10 minutes to soak up the flavors.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F). Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
  5. Place the zucchini planks on the grill grates perpendicular to the bars. Grill for 3-4 minutes on each side, turning carefully with tongs when grill marks appear, until tender with a bit of char.
  6. Remove the zucchini from the grill and let rest for a minute or two. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or lemon juice if desired. Serve warm.

Notes

Use a sharp knife to slice zucchini to avoid bruising. Marinate for 10 minutes to avoid sogginess. Preheat and oil grill grates to prevent sticking. Flip zucchini only once to get perfect grill marks. Watch garlic closely to prevent burning. If no grill is available, use a grill pan or broiler.

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Keywords: grilled zucchini, garlic herb zucchini, summer BBQ side, easy grilled vegetables, healthy side dish, vegan, gluten-free

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