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Flavorful Grilled Vegetable Platter with Easy Tangy Balsamic Reduction

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A vibrant and smoky grilled vegetable platter enhanced with a sweet and tangy balsamic reduction glaze, perfect for any occasion and easy to prepare in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 large zucchini, sliced lengthwise
  • 1 red bell pepper, cut into wide strips
  • 1 yellow squash, sliced lengthwise
  • 1 medium eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
  • 1 small red onion, cut into thick rounds
  • 8–10 whole asparagus spears
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon honey or brown sugar

Instructions

  1. Prepare the vegetables by washing thoroughly. Slice zucchini and yellow squash lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips. Cut bell pepper into wide strips, slice eggplant into 1/2-inch rounds, peel red onion into thick rings, and trim tough ends off asparagus.
  2. Make the marinade by whisking together olive oil, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a mixing bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Toss all cut vegetables in the marinade ensuring each piece is lightly coated. Let sit while preparing the balsamic reduction.
  4. Prepare the balsamic reduction by pouring balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan and adding honey or brown sugar. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to a simmer. Cook, stirring occasionally, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon (about 10-15 minutes). Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
  5. Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
  6. Grill the marinated vegetables in a single layer, turning every 3-4 minutes until tender but still firm, about 15-20 minutes. Watch eggplant closely to avoid mushiness.
  7. Arrange grilled vegetables on a serving platter and drizzle with the balsamic reduction. Optionally, garnish with fresh herbs like basil or parsley before serving.

Notes

If balsamic reduction gets too thick, add a splash of water to thin it. Avoid overcrowding the grill to prevent steaming instead of charring. Use gentle tongs to turn vegetables to avoid breaking them. For a vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup in the balsamic reduction.

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