Grilled Zucchini with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette

Name: Grilled Zucchini with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Global
Ingredients: 3 Tbsps balsamic vinegar; 1 sprig Basil; 1 Tbsp Dijon mustard; 59 milliliters chopped fresh basil leaves; 2 cloves garlic, minced or pressed; 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup; 79 milliliters extra-virgin olive oil; 8 servings Salt and pepper; 8 yellow or green zucchini (3 lb. total), rinsed, ends trimmed, and cut into 1/2-inch-thick rounds

Grilled Zucchini with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette might be just the side dish you are searching for. Watching your figure? This gluten free, primal, and vegan recipe has 123 calories, 3g of protein, and 10g of fat per serving. This recipe serves 8. A mixture of maple syrup, garlic, salt and pepper, and a handful of other ingredients are all it takes to make this recipe so yummy. It is perfect for The Fourth Of July. From preparation to the plate, this recipe takes approximately 45 minutes.

Instructions

In a small bowl, mix chopped basil, vinegar, mustard, honey, and garlic.

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Mustard

Vinegar

Garlic

Basil

Honey

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Whisking, blend in oil.

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Cooking Oil

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Whisk

Thread zucchini on thin skewers so rounds lie flat and pieces touch.

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Zucchini

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Skewers

Brush generously with basil vinaigrette.

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Vinaigrette

Basil

Place zucchini on a barbecue grill over a solid bed of medium coals or medium heat on a gas grill (you can hold your hand at grill level only 4 to 5 seconds). Close lid on gas grill. Cook until brown on each side, 5 to 7 minutes total; turn once.

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Zucchini

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