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Fresh Grilled Zucchini with Parmesan and Zesty Lemon

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A quick and easy grilled zucchini recipe featuring smoky charred slices topped with melted Parmesan and bright lemon zest and juice, perfect as a fresh summer side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise about 1/4 inch thick
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • Pinch of garlic powder
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup (25 g) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • Fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse 3 medium zucchinis and dry them well. Slice them lengthwise into 1/4 inch (about 6 mm) thick planks.
  2. In a small bowl, combine 3 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, the zest of one lemon, 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice, a pinch of garlic powder, salt, and freshly cracked black pepper. Stir to combine.
  3. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, about 400°F (204°C). If using a grill pan, lightly oil the surface to avoid sticking.
  4. Brush both sides of each zucchini slice with the lemon-Parmesan olive oil mixture.
  5. Place zucchini slices on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, allowing grill marks to form and zucchini to become tender but still firm.
  6. Once off the grill, immediately sprinkle about 1/4 cup of freshly grated Parmesan over the warm zucchini to melt slightly.
  7. Drizzle a little extra fresh lemon juice over the top and garnish with chopped fresh parsley or basil if desired.
  8. Arrange the zucchini slices on a platter and serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Slice zucchini evenly about 1/4 inch thick for best grilling results. Avoid overcrowding the grill to get perfect char marks. Brush zucchini slices with olive oil mixture instead of oiling the grill to prevent sticking. If zucchini gets too soft, slice thicker or reduce grilling time by 30 seconds per side. Use fresh Parmesan for best melting and flavor. Leftovers can be refrigerated up to 3 days and reheated gently in a skillet to maintain texture.

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Keywords: grilled zucchini, Parmesan, lemon, summer side dish, easy recipe, healthy vegetables, BBQ side, quick grilling

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