This Grilled Lemon Dill Squash is a refreshing and flavorful side dish perfect for grilling out. With a bright lemony taste and the aromatic touch of dill, it complements a variety of main courses and is an excellent addition to your recipes for the grill.
The preparation is simple, making it an ideal choice for summer barbecues or weeknight dinners. You can easily adjust the seasoning to match your taste preferences.
Easy Grilled Lemon Dill Squash Recipe

This recipe features fresh zucchini and yellow squash sliced and marinated in a zesty lemon-dill mixture, then grilled until tender and slightly charred. It takes about 20 minutes to prepare and cook, serving 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 2 medium yellow squash, sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried dill)
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Marinate the Squash: Place the sliced zucchini and yellow squash in a large resealable bag or bowl. Pour the marinade over the squash and toss to coat. Let it marinate for at least 10 minutes.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat your grill to medium-high heat.
- Grill the Squash: Place the marinated squash slices on the grill. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
- Serve: Remove from the grill and serve warm as a side dish.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 servings
- Calories: 80kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
