Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers (Printable)
Tender grilled zucchini rounds brushed with savory garlic butter for a simple, flavorful side dish ready in under 30 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 3 medium zucchini, cut into ½-inch thick rounds
→ Garlic Butter
02 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, finely chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Optional Garnish
08 - Grated Parmesan cheese, for serving
09 - Extra chopped parsley
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Mix thoroughly until well incorporated.
03 - Thread zucchini rounds onto skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces to ensure even cooking and proper heat circulation.
04 - Brush zucchini generously with garlic butter mixture on all sides, ensuring complete coverage for maximum flavor absorption.
05 - Place skewers on grill and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, turning once, until zucchini becomes tender and displays light grill marks. Apply additional garlic butter during grilling for enhanced flavor.
06 - Remove from grill and immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and extra chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot as a side dish or appetizer.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- Grilling zucchini transforms it from ordinary to extraordinary with those perfect char lines and smoky depth
- The garlic butter soaks into every nook and cranny making each bite burst with flavor
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- I learned the hard way that wooden skewers need a good 30 minute soak or they will burn to ash on the grill
- Overloading the skewers makes it impossible to get even cooking, give each piece some breathing room
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- Plant based butter works perfectly if you need this to be vegan, just look for one with good flavor
- Thread some cherry tomatoes between the zucchini pieces for color and sweetness