Grilled Green and Yellow Zucchini Recipe

Name: Grilled Green and Yellow Zucchini
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup oak or other wood chips (optional); 2 medium zucchini (about 1 pound), stem end trimmed; 2 medium yellow zucchini, squash, or more zucchini (about 1 pound), stem end trimmed off; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon dried mint; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper; Salt and freshly ground black pepper; Lemon wedges, for serving

Servings: persons

1 cup oak or other wood chips (optional)
2 medium zucchini (about 1 pound), stem end trimmed
2 medium yellow zucchini, squash, or more zucchini (about 1 pound), stem end trimmed off
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dried mint
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Lemon wedges, for serving

1
Set up your grill for direct grilling and preheat to high.
2
If using a vegetable grate, preheat it as well.
3
Just before the zucchini go on, toss the wood chips on the coals (if using a charcoal grill) or place in the smoker box or smoker pouch of your gas grill.
4
Meanwhile, cut the zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-inch slices.
5
Arrange the slices on a baking sheet and drizzle with 2 tablespoons olive oil, turning the slices several times to coat both sides with oil.
6
Sprinkle the zucchini slices on both sides with the garlic, oregano, mint, crushed red pepper, and lots of salt and pepper.
7
Let marinate for 15 minutes.
8
Arrange the zucchini slices on the grate and grill until nicely browned on both sides, 4 to 6 minutes per side.
9
Transfer the zucchini to a platter and arrange in an attractive pattern.
10
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the zucchini and garnish with lemon wedges for squeezing.
11
Serve at once.

119

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup oak or other wood chips (optional), 2 medium zucchini (about 1 pound), stem end trimmed, 2 medium yellow zucchini, squash, or more zucchini (about 1 pound), stem end trimmed off, 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, and more.

Yes, Grilled Green and Yellow Zucchini falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Grilled Green and Yellow Zucchini

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