Irresistible Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers Recipe
These Irresistible Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers are a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish perfect for grilling season. Featuring tender zucchini slices coated in a savory garlic butter sauce, enhanced with olive oil, salt, and pepper, then grilled to perfection with beautiful char marks. A fresh squeeze of lemon juice adds a bright finish, making these skewers a deliciously simple addition to any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced into thick rounds or half-moons
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
Instructions
- Prep the Zucchini: Wash and slice the zucchinis into thick rounds or half-moons to ensure they cook evenly on the grill.
- Make Garlic Butter: In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and gently simmer until fragrant, allowing the garlic to infuse the butter without browning it.
- Coat the Zucchini: In a large bowl, combine the zucchini slices with the olive oil, salt, pepper, and the prepared garlic butter. Toss until all pieces are well coated.
- Prepare Skewers: Thread the coated zucchini slices onto skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water beforehand to prevent burning during grilling.
- Grill the Skewers: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, approximately 400°F. Grill the zucchini skewers for 8 to 10 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure they become tender and develop nice char marks.
- Finish and Serve: Once grilled, drizzle fresh lemon juice over the skewers to add brightness and serve hot for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Soak wooden skewers in water for at least 30 minutes prior to grilling to prevent them from burning.
- For extra flavor, sprinkle some freshly chopped herbs like parsley or basil before serving.
- These skewers can be cooked on a grill pan or broiler if an outdoor grill is unavailable.
- Adjust salt and pepper to taste based on dietary preferences.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor and aroma.
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