Description
Grilled vegetables are a colorful and delicious addition to any meal. This easy-to-make dish features a variety of fresh produce marinated in a zesty garlic and herb blend, then grilled to perfection, creating an irresistible smoky flavor and vibrant appearance. Ideal for summer barbecues, family gatherings, or casual weeknight dinners, these grilled veggies can elevate your plate when served alongside proteins like chicken, fish, or beef. With just 10 minutes of prep and a few simple steps, you’ll have a nutritious side dish that’s bursting with flavor and ready to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds assorted vegetables (e.g., bell peppers, zucchini, eggplant)
- 5 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 1/2 teaspoons dried Italian seasoning
- 1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
- Garnish: 1/4 cup chopped parsley, lemon wedges (optional)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and minced garlic.
- Add the assorted vegetables and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Start grilling denser vegetables like carrots for about 3-4 minutes before adding softer veggies.
- Grill all vegetables for about 3-5 minutes per side until tender and charred.
- Serve on a platter topped with chopped parsley and lemon wedges if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 3/4 cup (100g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg