Heart-Healthy Grilled Zucchini
Elevate your summer grilling game with this 'Heart-Healthy Grilled Zucchini' recipe, a delicious and nutrient-packed side dish that's as easy to make as it is flavorful. Featuring tender slices of zucchini brushed with a zesty marinade of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, garlic powder, and dried oregano, this recipe combines simplicity with bold Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Perfectly grilled to showcase beautiful char marks, these zucchini slices are finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley for a vibrant touch. Ready in under 20 minutes, this quick and healthy zucchini dish is low in calories, rich in antioxidants, and a wonderful addition to any heart-friendly meal. Serve it warm or at room temperature alongside lean proteins or mix it into salads for a versatile and wholesome option the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium-sized Zucchini
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini thoroughly. Trim the ends and cut each zucchini into 1/4-inch thick slices, either lengthwise or into rounds, depending on your preference.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, garlic powder, dried oregano, ground black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
Place the zucchini slices in a large shallow dish or a resealable plastic bag and pour the marinade over them. Toss the slices to coat them evenly and let them sit for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
While the zucchini is marinating, preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat.
Once the grill is hot, remove the zucchini slices from the marinade, letting any excess drip off, and place them directly on the grill grates.
Grill the zucchini for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have clear grill marks.
Remove the grilled zucchini from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving. Enjoy your heart-healthy grilled zucchini hot or at room temperature!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
528 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 8052 mg | 350% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.6 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.0 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 54.9 g | ||
| Protein | 8.5 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 140 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1804 mg | 38% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
