There is nothing better than the simple fresh flavors of grilled vegetables. These ones are drizzled with a garlic balsamic dressing and will be the hit of your bbq! 145 calories and 3 Weight Watchers Freestyle SP
Balsamic Grilled Vegetables Recipe
'Tis the season for grilled vegetables and we make these balsamic ones two to three times each week. If you're not a balsamic fan, no need to worry. You can either stick with olive oil, salt and pepper (simple and delicious) or use one of the other dressing ideas that I mention later.
Since I typically aim to fill at least half of my plate with veggies, I cook vegetables on the grill in mass quantities. If there are any leftovers, I cut them up and serve over a salad the next day, tuck them inside of Grilled Thai Vegetable Tacos or roll them up in Grilled Vegetable Enchiladas.
What vegetables are good for grilling?
- There are so options and I used give different vegetables in this recipe for balsamic grilled vegetables. But let's not stop there.
- Grilled corn is always popular. Serve it with butter and salt, or go rogue with a pesto or curry version.
- Eggplant holds up well on the grill and can play the starring role in a Grilled Eggplant Parmesan or a salad with feta.
- Grilled zucchini is one of our favorites. We serve it straight or use it in appetizer roll-ups.
- Potatoes can be served as foil packet meals or side dishes, or cooked on skewers.
- Have you ever tried grilled sweet potatoes? This recipe is a fantastic way to change up nutrient-rich sweet potatoes.
- Bell peppers, onions, summer squash, asparagus, romaine lettuce and tomatoes are all great options for grilling, too.
Dressings for grilled vegetables:
- Simple balsamic vinaigrette, like in this recipe (see below). For the best flavor, use good quality extra virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars.
- Dollop a few tablespoons of your favorite pesto (any flavor!) and heat in the microwave until warm and liquidy. Drizzle over the cooked veggies.
- You can't go wrong with the robust flavors of fresh chimichurri. The fresh herbs make the vegetables shine!
- I originally made this Cilantro Yogurt Sauce to serve with chili lime shrimp, but it would be just as good with grilled vegetables.
Other grilled vegetable recipes:
Grilled Zucchini Roll Recipe with Goat Cheese, Roasted Peppers & Capers {Cookin' Canuck}
Grilled Vegetable Enchilada Recipe (Gluten-Free) {Cookin' Canuck}
Grilled Vegetable Gyros {Nutmeg Nanny}
Jalapeno Popper Grilled Corn Salad Recipe {Wonky Wonderful}
Printable Recipe
Balsamic Grilled Vegetables
Ingredients
The Vegetables:
- 2 red bell peppers cored, seeded & cut into quarters
- 2 medium zucchini cut into ¼-inch thick lengthwise slices
- 1 yellow squash cut into ¼-inch thick lengthwise slices
- 1 red onion peeled & cut into eighths through the core
- ½ large eggplant cut into six ¼-inch slices
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- 4 basil leaves thinly sliced
- 4 mint leaves thinly sliced (optional)
The Dressing:
- 1 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon agave nectar
- 1 garlic clove grated on microplane
- â…› teaspoon salt
- â…› teaspoon ground pepper
Instructions
The Vegetables:
- Preheat heat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grates.
- Spread the vegetables in a single layer on one or two baking sheets. Brush on both sides with olive oil and season with the salt.
- Grill the vegetables on both sides until tender (onion wedges for 10 minutes; eggplant for 6 minutes; and red bell pepper, zucchini and yellow squash for 4 to 5 minutes.) This may need to be done in two batches, depending on the size of your grill.
- Transfer the vegetables to a serving dish. Drizzle with the dressing. Garnish with the basil and mint.
The Dressing:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, agave nectar, garlic, salt and pepper.
Notes
Nutrition
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