Description
Grilled zucchini with goat cheese, basil, and honey is a vibrant summer side that’s easy, fresh, and full of flavor. Perfect for gatherings or a simple weeknight meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 5 medium zucchinis
- Salt
- 1 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1/3 cup goat cheese, crumbled
- 2 Tbsp fresh basil, chopped
- 1.5 Tbsp honey
- Salt + pepper, to taste
Instructions
- 1. Remove ends from zucchini and slice into 1/2-inch pieces, lengthwise. Spread sliced zucchini onto a plate or cutting board, and apply salt liberally. Set aside for 20 minutes to allow excess water to drain out of zucchini. Pat dry using a clean cloth or paper towel.
- 2. Heat your grill or grill pan to medium-high. Brush olive oil or avocado oil onto both sides of each zucchini slice.
- 3. Place slices of zucchini onto the grill. Cook for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway. Zucchini is done when it is tender and grill marks appear. Be sure not to over-cook!
- 4. Remove zucchini from the grill and serve on a large plate. Sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese and freshly chopped basil. Drizzle honey over top and season with salt + pepper, as desired. Enjoy!
Notes
- Grilled zucchini is best enjoyed immediately, but leftovers can be kept for about 3 days in an airtight container in the fridge. They taste great cold or added to a salad, pasta, or sandwich!
- As a side, this grilled zucchini serves 4-6 people. Serve grilled zucchini alongside your favourite protein and starch to make a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American, California, Summer
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 8mg