Grilled Lemon Pepper Zucchini Recipe

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes

This Grilled Lemon Pepper Zucchini recipe is a simple and flavorful side dish perfect for grilling out. The combination of fresh zucchini, zesty lemon, and aromatic pepper creates a delicious accompaniment to any grilled meal.

This recipe is easy to follow and utilizes basic grilling techniques, making it a great addition to your collection of recipes for the grill.

Easy Grilled Lemon Pepper Zucchini

This grilled zucchini features slices marinated in lemon juice and pepper, then cooked until tender and slightly charred. The recipe takes about 20 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

4 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/4 inch rounds
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
1 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Zucchini: Wash and slice the zucchinis into 1/4 inch rounds.
Make the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, black pepper, salt, and garlic powder if using.
Marinate the Zucchini: Add the zucchini slices to the bowl and toss to coat evenly. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.

Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Grill the Zucchini: Place the marinated zucchini slices directly on the grill grates. Grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
Serve: Remove the zucchini from the grill and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve warm as a side dish.