Easy Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers (Print Version)
Tender grilled zucchini basted with rich garlic butter for a simple, flavorful side dish.
# 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
# Preparation Steps:
01 - Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - In a small bowl, combine melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until fully incorporated.
03 - Thread the zucchini rounds onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking and heat circulation.
04 - Brush the zucchini generously with the garlic butter mixture on all sides, ensuring even coverage.
05 - Place the skewers on the grill and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, turning once, until the zucchini is tender and has light grill marks. Brush with additional garlic butter during grilling for extra flavor.
06 - Remove from the grill and, if desired, sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and extra parsley before serving.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The zucchini stays tender inside while getting those gorgeous grill marks outside
- Garlic butter makes everything taste like summer and happiness
02 -
- Wooden skewers need to soak for 30 minutes or they will burn and char on the grill
- Do not overcook the zucchini or it turns to mush instead of staying tender but firm
03 -
- Prep the garlic butter ahead and keep it in the fridge for up to 3 days
- Use plant based butter to make this completely vegan friendly