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Crispy Grilled Zucchini Recipe with Easy Zesty Lemon Herb Butter

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This recipe delivers crispy grilled zucchini slices topped with a zesty lemon herb butter, perfect as a quick and flavorful side dish for any barbecue or weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • Zest of 1 large lemon
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
  • 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)

Instructions

  1. Rinse and dry 3 medium zucchinis. Trim the ends, then slice lengthwise into roughly 1/4-inch (6 mm) thick strips.
  2. Place the zucchini slices in a mixing bowl. Drizzle 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil over them. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon kosher salt and 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently but thoroughly to coat every piece. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. In a small bowl, combine 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter, lemon zest, 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice, 1 tablespoon finely chopped parsley, 1 teaspoon thyme leaves, and 1 minced garlic clove (optional). Whisk together until well blended and slightly fluffy. Set aside at room temperature.
  4. Preheat your gas or charcoal grill to medium-high heat, about 400°F (200°C).
  5. Place the zucchini strips directly on the grill grates perpendicular to the bars. Grill for 3-4 minutes on the first side without moving them to develop grill marks.
  6. Flip carefully using tongs and grill for another 3 minutes until tender and crispy at the edges.
  7. Remove zucchini from the grill and immediately brush each slice generously with the lemon herb butter so it melts into the zucchini.
  8. Arrange on a platter and optionally sprinkle with extra fresh herbs or flaky sea salt. Serve warm.

Notes

Salt zucchini 10 minutes before grilling to draw out moisture and achieve crispiness. Use medium-high heat to get good grill marks without burning. Apply lemon herb butter immediately after grilling for best flavor. For dairy-free, substitute butter with vegan margarine or olive oil. If no grill is available, use a grill pan or broil in the oven.

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Keywords: grilled zucchini, crispy zucchini, lemon herb butter, easy side dish, barbecue side, vegetarian, gluten-free

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