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Grilled Vegetables Recipe

Get kids to eat vegetables! Here is a refreshing new way to make vegetables ... on the grill. Everyone will ask for seconds of this healthy side dish.

 
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Diabetic Recipe - Heart Healthy Recipe - Gluten Free Recipe

Yield: 6 servings (3/4 cup each)

Grilled Vegetables Recipe

  • 1 zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

  • 1 yellow summer squash, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

  • 1 medium eggplant, peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

    • Marinade:

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil

  • 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

  • 2 cloves garlic, crushed

  • ground black pepper to taste

  • 1/4 cup green onion, chopped

    • Combine first three marinade ingredients in large bowl and blend well. Divide marinade into two bowls, adding zucchini and squash to one bowl and eggplant to the other. Refrigerate vegetables for one hour. Place vegetables on grill, turning regularly until golden brown on each side. Brush with extra marinade as necessary. When cooked, remove squash slices from grill and toss with any remaining dressing. Sprinkle with chopped green onion and serve immediately.

    Nutrition facts (per serving): Calories: 59; Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 0; Cholesterol: 0; Sodium: 12mg; Carbohydrates: 9g; Fiber: 4g; Protein: 2g

      Last Reviewed: July 2009
     
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