Easy Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers (Print)
Tender grilled zucchini rounds basted with rich garlic butter for a simple yet irresistible side dish ready in 25 minutes.
# Ingredient List:
→ 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 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.
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 Suggestions:
01 -
- The garlic butter soaks into every nook and cranny while grilling, creating these incredible caramelized edges
- They come together in under 30 minutes but look like something from a restaurant patio
02 -
- Dont crowd the grill or the zucchini will steam instead of developing those gorgeous charred edges
- Wooden skewers need at least 30 minutes of soaking or theyll burn on the grill, metal ones are worth the investment
03 -
- Double the garlic butter mixture and keep half warm for brushing during grilling and serving
- Let the skewers rest for 2 minutes after grilling so the flavors settle