Description
This recipe for Balsamic Grilled Vegetables offers a simple, flavorful way to enjoy a variety of fresh seasonal veggies. The vegetables are marinated in a tangy balsamic and olive oil mixture, then grilled to tender perfection with a delicious caramelized finish. Perfect as a vibrant and healthy side dish for summer BBQs or any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 medium green zucchini, sliced into 1/3″ thick rings
- 1 medium yellow squash, sliced into 1/3″ thick rings
- 1/2 lb baby bella mushrooms, halved or quartered if large
- 8 oz snap peas
- 1/2 large onion, cut into 1/2″ wide by 1″ long slices
Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp sea salt (or to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
Instructions
- Preheat grill and prepare basket: Preheat your grill to medium/high heat, around 400ËšF. Lightly oil a grilling basket to prevent sticking.
- Prepare vegetables: Place all the sliced zucchini, yellow squash, mushrooms, snap peas, and onion into a large mixing bowl.
- Make marinade and toss veggies: In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper. Drizzle this marinade over the vegetables and toss thoroughly to coat evenly. Let rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to absorb flavors.
- Preheat grill basket: Place the grilling basket on the grill and preheat it for 10 minutes with the grill cover closed to get it hot.
- Grill vegetables: Transfer the marinated veggies to the hot grilling basket, discarding any excess marinade. Grill at 400ËšF for 10 to 12 minutes, tossing a few times during cooking to ensure even grilling and caramelization. Cook until vegetables are tender and nicely charred.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the grilled vegetables onto a serving platter and garnish with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, or basil if desired. Serve warm as a tasty side dish.
Notes
- Use a grilling basket to make tossing and turning vegetables easier on the grill.
- Adjust grilling time based on your grill’s heat and the size/thickness of vegetable slices.
- Fresh herbs add a bright finishing touch but are optional.
- These grilled vegetables can be served as a side or tossed into salads, pastas, or sandwiches.
- Feel free to substitute or add other vegetables like bell peppers, asparagus, or eggplant.
