Best Grilled Zucchini And Red Onion With Lemon Basil Vinaigrette Recipes

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ZUCCHINI GRILLED WITH RED ONION WITH LEMON-BASIL VINAIGRETTE RECIPE - (4.3/5)



ZUCCHINI GRILLED WITH RED ONION WITH LEMON-BASIL VINAIGRETTE Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by lesliejanous

Number Of Ingredients 11

GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND RED ONION WITH LEMON-BASIL VINAIGRETTE
The vegetables can be served hot, warm, or at room temperature. After about five minutes, faint grill marks should begin to appear on the undersides of the vegetables; if necessary, adjust their posit
INGREDIENTS
1 large red onion , peeled and cut crosswise into four 1/2-inch-thick rounds
3 medium zucchini (about 1 pound), ends trimmed, sliced lengthwise into 3/4-inch-thick planks
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt and ground black pepper
1 small garlic clove , minced or pressed through garlic press (about 1/2 teaspoon)
1 teaspoon finely grated zest from 1 lemon plus 1 tablespoon juice
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaves

Steps:

  • GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND RED ONION WITH LEMON-BASIL VINAIGRETTE The vegetables can be served hot, warm, or at room temperature. After about five minutes, faint grill marks should begin to appear on the undersides of the vegetables; if necessary, adjust their position on the grill or adjust the heat level. INSTRUCTIONS 1. Thread onion rounds, from side to side, onto 2 metal skewers. Brush onion and zucchini evenly with ¼ cup olive oil and season with 2 teaspoons kosher salt (or 1 teaspoon table salt) and pepper to taste. 2. Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, lemon zest and juice, mustard, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or ¼ teaspoon table salt) together in small bowl; set aside. 3. Grill vegetables over medium heat, turning once, until tender and caramelized, 18 to 22 minutes (move vegetables as needed to ensure even cooking). Transfer vegetables to platter; remove skewers from onion and discard any charred outer rings. Rewhisk vinaigrette and pour over vegetables. Sprinkle with basil and serve.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND RED ONION WITH LEMON-BASIL VINAIGRETTE



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Make and share this Grilled Zucchini and Red Onion With Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boo Chef in West Te

Categories     Onions

Time 32m

Yield 4 , 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large red onion, peeled and cut crosswise into four 1/2-inch-thick rounds
3 medium zucchini, ends trimmed, sliced lengthwise into 3/4-inch-thick planks (about 1 pound)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt & fresh ground pepper
1 garlic clove, minced (about 1/2 teaspoon)
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaf

Steps:

  • Putonion rounds, from side to side, onto 2 metal skewers. Brush onion and zucchini evenly with ¼ cup olive oil and season with 2 teaspoons kosher salt (or 1 teaspoon table salt) and pepper to taste.
  • Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, lemon zest and juice, mustard, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or ¼ teaspoon table salt) together in small bowl; set aside.
  • Grill vegetables over medium heat, turning once, until tender and caramelized, 18 to 22 minutes (move vegetables as needed to ensure even cooking). Transfer vegetables to platter; remove skewers from onion and discard any charred outer rings. Rewhisk vinaigrette and pour over vegetables. Sprinkle with basil and serve.

WHOLE GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH BASIL VINAIGRETTE



Whole Grilled Zucchini with Basil Vinaigrette image

A simple, easy way to grill zucchini in the summer. Cook it whole, until it is tender all the way through, then slice, dress and serve. You get the wonderful smoky flavor of the grill without having to babysit your vegetables.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium zucchinis
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly torn
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh chives
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat.
  • Put the zucchini on the grill and cover. Cook, turning every 5 minutes, until slightly charred all over and tender when poked with the tip of a paring knife, 15 20 minutes. Remove to a cutting board and let cool slightly, about 5 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, combine the basil, oil, vinegar and 1 teaspoon salt in a small bowl and whisk until combined. Slice the zucchini into 1/4-inch slices, arrange on a plate, drizzle with the vinaigrette and sprinkle with the chives.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH ONIONS



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Wondering what to do with all of your garden-grown zucchini in the summer? Give it a sizzle and a little heat with this healthy side. It's also an easy recipe to double or triple for summer cookouts. -Alia Shuttleworth, Auburn, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 small zucchini, halved lengthwise
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Drizzle zucchini with 2 teaspoons oil. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until tender, turning once., Place in a large bowl. Add the green onions, lemon juice, salt, pepper flakes and remaining oil; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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