Delight your taste buds with this refreshing Lemon Pepper Grilled Zucchini recipe. The perfect blend of zesty lemon and savory pepper brings out the natural flavors of fresh zucchini, creating a side dish that’s both light and satisfying.
Lemon Pepper Grilled Zucchini
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized zucchinis
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Trim the ends of the zucchinis and cut them into 1/4-inch-thick slices.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon zest, black pepper, and salt.
- Brush the zucchini slices with the lemon pepper mixture, ensuring each piece is well-coated.
- Grill the zucchini slices for 2-3 minutes per side, or until they have nice grill marks and are tender.
- Remove from the grill and drizzle with fresh lemon juice.
- Sprinkle chopped fresh parsley over the grilled zucchini before serving.
Total time: 15 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Nutritional Information (per serving): Calories: 85, Fat: 7g, Carbohydrates: 5g, Protein: 2g