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Italian GRILLED ZUCCHINI: A Must-Try Recipe for Flavorful Feasts!

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Grilled Zucchini

Cultural Context

Grilled zucchini, or 'zucchine alla griglia', is a staple of Italian summer cuisine, often enjoyed during family gatherings and outdoor barbecues. This dish highlights the freshness of seasonal produce, celebrating the simplicity and flavor of zucchini. Today, it is popular worldwide, often served as a side dish or appetizer, showcasing the versatility of this beloved vegetable.

ItalianITside
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
3 zucchini
1 clove garlic
mint
almonds
extra virgin olive oil
balsamic vinegar
salt
black pepper

parmesan cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: grated pecorino

Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy flavor with fewer calories.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs can be more accessible and have a longer shelf life.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Vinegar can provide acidity at a lower cost.

1

Cut the ends off the zucchini and slice them diagonally into pieces of medium thickness.

2

Crush 1 clove of garlic and mix it with extra virgin olive oil (about half a glass) and balsamic vinegar.

3

Stir the dressing to combine the flavors.

4

Preheat the grill or skillet to high heat.

5

Place the zucchini on the hot grill or skillet and cook until nice grill marks appear, turning them as needed.

6

Season the zucchini with salt and pepper while cooking.

7

Once grilled, drizzle the dressing over the zucchini.

8

Sprinkle with mint and almonds before serving.

Cooking Techniques

grilling

Equipment Needed

grillskilletmixing bowl

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

dairy

Also Known As

Zucchine alla Griglia
Local Name: Zucchine grigliate

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