Grilled Lemon Curry Zucchini is full of zesty and delicious flavors that pair perfectly alongside your favorite main dish. This grilled lemon garlic zucchini is so simple to make, from start to finish this side dish is ready in 15 minutes.
Easy zucchini on grill recipe take this amazing fresh vegetable and turns it into a hearty and healthy side dish. Serve this grilled curry zucchini at your next family gathering or bring to a potluck BBQ and throw it on the grill for a fresh tasting dish to share.
Easy Grilled Zucchini
It is summertime and the grill is calling all vegetables. Since zucchinis are plentiful in most gardens, here is a recipe that will be having you grilling every night. Finger licking good is not just meant to be for barbecue ribs, the combination of flavors in this veggie dish is absolutely heavenly! I personally love finding recipes that combine my love for vegetables and also that great BBQ taste. There is something about cooking in the great outdoors, the food always tastes incredible and is a huge hit with family and friends.
Why we think you will love this Zucchini recipe
If we had to narrow it down to just three reasons why you will enjoy this recipe, these would have to be our top reasons.
- It is really easy to make. Slice the zucchini and mix the sauce. Grill for a few minutes and then serve. These steps are pretty much the only ones you will need for this easy grilled zucchini recipe.
- You can adjust the flavor. While we like this sauce the way it is, you can adjust the ingredients according to your taste preference.
- Healthy and tasty. This dish is not only delicious but healthy too. This is a great dish to serve to family and friends, even the pickiest of eaters will love this side dish.
Grilled Lemon Curry Zucchini Ingredients
Zucchini: For the main ingredient of this recipe, you need 3 small or medium size zucchini.
Butter: Add 1 tablespoon of butter to create a rich taste and lovely shine on this veggie dish.
Curry: You will need ¼ teaspoon of curry to make this veggie dish taste sweet and savory.
Garlic powder: Adding in ½ teaspoon of garlic powder gives this vegetable great flavor.
Lemon pepper: For an incredible zesty and floral flavor, use ½ teaspoon of lemon pepper.
Basil: Use ¼ teaspoon of basil, for some additional peppery taste.
Parmesan cheese: You need ½ tablespoon of parmesan cheese to add gritty texture and amazing taste.
Lemon juice: For a wonderful citrus flavor, add in 2 teaspoons of lemon juice.
Step by step on how to make Lemon Curry Grilled Zucchini
Prep
Begin by washing and then slicing the zucchini lengthwise in half, then slice diagonal slits in the flesh of the zucchini.
In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave for about 30-45 seconds. Next, add the curry, garlic powder, lemon pepper, basil, parmesan cheese and lemon juice and stir well to combine.
Grill
Get the BBQ heated to medium heat, when ready, put zucchini on the grill and brush part of the sauce on the cut flesh of the squash.
Once it has cooked for 3-4 minutes, flip over the zucchini and brush the bottoms of the zucchini with the butter seasoned sauce. Flip the zucchini back over, brush with remaining sauce and cook for another 3-4 minutes.
Be aware that cooking times will depend on the size of your zucchini, but anticipate grilling for about 8-10 minutes on a medium-heat grill.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
GRILLED LEMON CURRY ZUCCHINI
Ingredients
- 3 small or medium zucchini
- 1 tbsp butter melted
- ¼ tsp curry
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp lemon pepper
- ¼ tsp basil
- ½ tbsp parmesan cheese
- 2 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep: Begin by washing and then slicing the zucchini lengthwise in half, then slice diagonal slits in the flesh of the zucchini.
- In a small bowl, melt the butter in the microwave for about 30-45 seconds. Next, add the curry, garlic powder, lemon pepper, basil, parmesan cheese and lemon juice and stir well to combine.
- Grill: Get the BBQ heated to medium heat, when ready, put zucchini on the grill and brush part of the sauce on the cut flesh of the squash.
- Once it has cooked for 3-4 minutes, flip over the zucchini and brush the bottoms of the zucchini with the butter seasoned sauce. Flip the zucchini back over, brush with remaining sauce and cook for another 3-4 minutes. Be aware that cooking times will depend on the size of your zucchini, but anticipate grilling for about 8-10minutes on a medium-heat grill. Serve immediately and enjoy!
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What to serve alongside this vegetable side dish?
While this dish is great on its own, we all know that some people do not consider it a meal unless there is meat involved. Thankfully this dish is very versatile and will pair great with many different meat options. To make this a fuller meal consider adding sausage, shrimp, chicken, or pork. These are just a few options of meats that would taste great added to this pasta dish. Even consider serving a warm French bread along side it too, that would be a great addition to this meal.
Is grilled zucchini a healthy dish?
Absolutely! With so many nutrients and vitamins from the vegetable, this low calorie dish is perfect for many diets.
How do you store left over grilled lemon zucchini?
Yes, after you’ve finished eating, store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. After reheating this veggie dish the texture may change a bit, but the flavor stays the same!
Looking for some healthy vegetable recipes? Try these:
- How to Cook Corn on the Cob
- Easy Sweet Potato Recipe
- Summer Veggie Stew
- Easy Stuffed Zucchini
- Easy Garden Veggie Pizza
- Baked Potatoes with Cheese Sauce
- Summer Garden Salad
- Ranch Roasted Potatoes
Grilled Lemon Curry Zucchini is full of amazing flavors that pair great alongside your favorite main dish. This grilled lemon garlic zucchini is so easy to make, from start to finish this side dish is ready in about 15 minutes.
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