Description
These Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers are a simple and flavorful grilled vegetable side dish. Sliced zucchini rounds are threaded onto skewers, brushed with a savory garlic butter mixture, and grilled until tender and lightly charred. Perfect for summer cookouts or a quick healthy snack, they combine the richness of butter and garlic with the fresh garden taste of zucchini.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into ½-inch rounds
Seasoning & Marinade
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Other
- Skewers (wooden or metal)
Instructions
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium heat, preparing it for direct cooking of the zucchini skewers.
- Prepare Garlic Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter with minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Stir well to infuse the flavors together.
- Thread Zucchini on Skewers: Carefully thread the zucchini rounds onto the skewers, leaving slight spacing between each slice to ensure even cooking.
- Brush with Garlic Butter: Generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the zucchini skewers, coating all sides for full flavor penetration.
- Grill the Skewers: Place the skewers on the preheated grill and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until the zucchini is tender and has nice char marks.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for 30 minutes before grilling to prevent burning.
- Use metal skewers for easier handling and no soaking requirements.
- Adjust seasoning to taste; add chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Serve immediately for best texture and flavor.
- Can be paired with grilled meats, or served as a vegetarian side dish.
