Description
Sizzling garlic butter zucchini skewers bring Mediterranean flavors straight to summer grilling adventures. Herbal notes and rich butter complement charred zucchini, creating a simple yet irresistible side dish perfect for gathering friends around the grill.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 4 small zucchinis
Seasonings and Aromatics:
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cooking Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) butter, melted
- Wooden skewers, soaked in water
Instructions
- Prepare outdoor grill to medium heat (around 375°F) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Slice zucchinis into uniform circular medallions approximately 1-inch thick for consistent grilling.
- Create aromatic garlic butter sauce by thoroughly combining melted butter with finely chopped garlic in a mixing vessel.
- Carefully insert wooden skewers (previously soaked in water) through zucchini rounds, ensuring secure placement and even distribution.
- Generously coat each zucchini skewer with prepared garlic butter mixture, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Enhance flavor profile by sprinkling kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper across skewered vegetables.
- Position skewers on preheated grill grates, rotating every 3-4 minutes to achieve balanced charring and tenderness.
- Monitor cooking process for 10-12 minutes, watching for golden-brown edges and soft vegetable texture.
- Remove skewers from grill and allow brief resting period to stabilize internal temperature and enhance flavor integration.
- Transfer to serving platter and present immediately while maintaining optimal warmth and gustatory appeal.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Choose firm, medium-sized zucchinis for the best texture and easier threading onto skewers.
- Experiment with different herbs like rosemary or thyme mixed into the garlic butter for extra flavor complexity.
- For a low-carb or vegetarian option, these skewers make an excellent side dish or light main course that pairs wonderfully with grilled proteins.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-12 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 64 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg