Heart-Healthy Perfectly Grilled Vegetables
Elevate your summer meals with this recipe for Heart-Healthy Perfectly Grilled Vegetables, a vibrant and nutritious dish that’s as easy to make as it is delicious! Featuring a colorful medley of zucchini, red and yellow bell peppers, tender asparagus, and red onion, these vegetables are tossed in a simple yet flavorful balsamic and olive oil marinade infused with garlic and oregano. With just 15 minutes of prep time and 10 minutes of grilling, you’ll achieve perfectly charred, smoky flavors that highlight the natural sweetness of the veggies. Garnished with fresh basil leaves, this heart-healthy side dish is ideal for barbecues, picnics, or paired with your favorite protein. Bring the taste of summer to your plate with this quick and wholesome recipe! Perfect for vegan, vegetarian, and Mediterranean diets.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 large red bell pepper
- 1 large yellow bell pepper
- 1 bunch asparagus
- 1 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.
Cut the zucchini into thick rounds about 1/2 inch thick.
Slice the red and yellow bell peppers into large strips, discarding the seeds and core.
Trim the tough ends off the asparagus stalks.
Peel and quarter the red onion, ensuring the pieces are large enough to grill.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic powder, dried oregano, black pepper, and salt. Whisk until the dressing is well combined.
Add all the prepared vegetables to the bowl and gently toss them in the dressing until they are well coated.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Place the vegetables directly on the grill grates. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they have visible grill marks and are tender. Be sure to turn them carefully to ensure even cooking.
Remove the vegetables from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Serve the grilled vegetables warm, as a perfect heart-healthy side dish or salad topping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.9 g | 40% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.7 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4346 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 86.1 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.8 g | 71% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.0 g | ||
| Protein | 18.9 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2771 mg | 59% | |
*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.
