Description
Garlic butter zucchini skewers elevate summer grilling with Mediterranean-inspired flavors that dance between smoky and herbal. Grilled to perfection and brushed with fragrant garlic butter, you’ll savor each tender, charred bite of this simple yet elegant side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 1 large zucchini, cut into 1-inch pieces (approximately 300 grams)
Seasonings and Herbs:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup (4 tablespoons) chopped fresh parsley
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Fats and Liquids:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) melted butter
Additional Equipment:
- Skewers (4-6 wooden or metal skewers)
Instructions
- Prepare zucchini by thoroughly rinsing and slicing into uniform 1-inch chunks for consistent cooking.
- Create a luxurious garlic butter infusion by combining melted butter with finely minced garlic, freshly chopped parsley, and seasoning with salt and pepper.
- Carefully skewer the zucchini pieces, ensuring even distribution along each wooden or metal stick.
- Generously coat the skewered zucchini with the aromatic garlic butter mixture, allowing the flavors to penetrate every surface.
- Heat grill or oven to a moderate temperature around 400°F, creating an ideal environment for caramelization and tenderness.
- Position skewers on cooking surface, rotating occasionally to achieve a golden-brown exterior and perfectly tender interior, approximately 10-12 minutes.
- Once zucchini develops a slight char and reaches desired softness, remove from heat and let rest momentarily.
- Present the skewers immediately, accompanied by a complementary dipping sauce that enhances the herb-infused garlic butter essence.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning and ensure even cooking.
- Slice zucchini uniformly to guarantee consistent grilling and prevent some pieces from overcooking while others remain undercooked.
- Try alternative butter options like olive oil or ghee for dairy-free versions, which can add different flavor profiles and accommodate various dietary needs.
- Experiment with additional herbs like thyme or rosemary to enhance the garlic butter mixture and create more complex taste dimensions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10-15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Snacks, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 5 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg