Description
A simple and delicious side dish that highlights fresh zucchini, grilled to perfection and topped with balsamic vinegar and Parmesan cheese.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt & pepper, to taste
- 1/2 cup Parmesan cheese
- Balsamic reduction, for drizzling
Instructions
- Combine the olive oil and balsamic vinegar in a shallow baking dish. Add the zucchini and toss to coat well. Season with salt and pepper.
- Marinate the zucchini while heating the grill over medium-high heat (about 500-600°F).
- Grill the zucchini on the lightly oiled grill for 2 minutes on each side. Cook an additional 2-6 minutes until soft but not mushy.
- Add Parmesan cheese on top of the zucchini rounds, close the lid, and cook for one more minute.
- Serve with extra balsamic vinegar or balsamic reduction for drizzling.
Notes
Ensure zucchini slices are uniform for even cooking. Watch closely to prevent overcooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg