Description
Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers are a delicious and easy-to-make grilled side dish featuring tender zucchini rounds brushed with a savory garlic butter sauce and lightly charred to perfection. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe is perfect for summer barbecues or as a healthy accompaniment to your favorite meals.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, cut into 1/2-inch thick rounds
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Fresh chopped parsley for garnish
Other
- Wooden or metal skewers
Instructions
- Prepare Skewers: If using wooden skewers, soak them in water for at least 30 minutes to prevent burning during grilling. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium heat to ensure even cooking.
- Make Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and black pepper until well combined, creating a flavorful basting sauce.
- Assemble Skewers: Thread the zucchini rounds onto the skewers, packing them closely but not too tightly to allow for even grilling and easy flipping.
- Brush with Garlic Butter: Generously brush both sides of the zucchini skewers with the garlic butter mixture to infuse the vegetables with savory flavor.
- Grill Skewers: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side, or until the zucchini is tender and has a slight char. Continue to brush with additional garlic butter during grilling for added flavor.
- Finish and Serve: Remove the skewers from the grill and, if desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and fresh chopped parsley. Serve warm as a side dish to grilled meats, pasta, or enjoy on their own.
Notes
- Serve as a side dish with grilled meats or pasta for a complete meal.
- For variety, add other vegetables like cherry tomatoes or mushrooms onto the skewers.
- If not grilling, zucchini can be cooked under a broiler or sautéed in a pan as an alternative method.
- Parmesan cheese and parsley garnish are optional but add extra flavor and presentation appeal.
- Use gluten-free seasoning blends to maintain gluten-free status.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 skewer
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
