Best 9 Grilled Peppers And Zucchini For Two Recipes

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**Grilled Peppers and Zucchini for Two: A Delightful Medley of Summer Flavors**

Savor the vibrant flavors of summer with this delectable grilled peppers and zucchini dish, a symphony of colors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds. This recipe is a perfect side dish for a romantic dinner or a light and healthy lunch, showcasing the natural sweetness of bell peppers and zucchini, enhanced by the smoky char from the grill. Grilled to perfection, these vegetables retain their crispness while developing a tender and flavorful interior. Accompanied by a zesty marinade of olive oil, herbs, and spices, this dish is a celebration of fresh, seasonal produce.

**Inside, you'll find three variations of this grilled vegetable delight:**

1. **Classic Grilled Peppers and Zucchini:** Experience the timeless flavors of this classic combination, where bell peppers and zucchini are grilled to perfection and seasoned with a simple blend of olive oil, salt, and pepper. The result is a vibrant and flavorful dish that highlights the natural sweetness of the vegetables.

2. **Herb-Marinated Grilled Peppers and Zucchini:** Elevate the flavors with a vibrant herb marinade, infusing the grilled vegetables with a symphony of aromatic herbs. Thyme, rosemary, and oregano dance together in a harmonious blend, creating a flavorful crust that complements the tender interiors of the peppers and zucchini.

3. **Spicy Grilled Peppers and Zucchini:** Ignite your taste buds with a spicy marinade that brings a fiery kick to the grilled vegetables. A blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika adds a smoky and spicy dimension, transforming this dish into a tantalizing treat for those who love a bit of heat.

Whether you prefer the classic simplicity, the aromatic herbal notes, or the spicy kick, these grilled peppers and zucchini recipes offer a versatile and delicious way to enjoy the bounty of summer vegetables.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

GRILLED PEPPERS AND ZUCCHINI



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This versatile side dish is so simple and quick that I had to share it. Grilling the colorful veggies in a foil packet means one less dish to wash, but I sometimes stir-friy the mixture on the stovetop. -Karen Anderson, Fair Oaks, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium green pepper, julienned
1 medium sweet red pepper, julienned
2 medium zucchini, julienned
1 tablespoon butter
2 teaspoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Place the vegetables on a double layer of heavy-duty foil (about 18 in. x 15 in.). Dot with butter; drizzle with soy sauce. Fold foil around vegetables and seal tightly. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until vegetables are crisp-tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 57 calories, Fat 3g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 186mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED ZUCCHINI



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This simple grilled zucchini will be a regular on your summer menu! Perfectly crisp-tender (not soggy!), it's a healthy and fast side dish!

Provided by Erin Clarke / Well Plated

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces each)
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning (optional)
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Juice of 1/2 small lemon
2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat a gas or charcoal grill to high heat (400 to 450 degrees F). Trim off the ends of each zucchini and cut it lengthwise into quarters so that you have four batons per zucchini. Place on a rimmed baking sheet or on a large baking pan.
  • Drizzle the zucchini with olive oil and sprinkle with Italian seasoning (if using), salt, and pepper.
  • Place the zucchini on the grill so that one of the cut sides is touching the grates. Grill for 4 minutes, until clear grill marks appear.
  • Flip the zucchini over onto the back (peel) side. Grill for 5 additional minutes. At this point, you can flip it to the remaining ungrilled cut side for 1 to 2 minutes if you'd like grill marks on all surfaces (we usually just serve it as is!). Transfer back to the baking sheet or to a serving platter.
  • Squeeze the lemon over the top and sprinkle with Parmesan. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 of 4, Calories 77 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 3 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Cholesterol 2 mg, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g

GRILLED ZUCCHINI, ONIONS, AND RED PEPPERS



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This is a great recipe to use up all those vegetables that are coming in from the garden about now. Plus, I love to grill, and this just makes it easier to make a complete meal on the grill. These are also good in a pita with garlic mayo or tzatziki sauce! **Prep time does not include the time to get the grill ready for grilling!

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 23m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 zucchini
2 red bell peppers
1 large vidalia onion (sweet onion)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, chopped
1/8 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/8 cup fresh oregano, chopped
1 1/4 tablespoons Cavenders All Purpose Greek Seasoning

Steps:

  • Trim the ends off the zucchini. Cut them in half lengthwise and then cut them into quarters.
  • Trim, core, and stem the red bell peppers. Cut them into four equal parts from top down.
  • Peel the onion and lay it on its side. Cut it inot 1/4 to 1/2 inch circles, being careful to keep the concentric layers in place.
  • Place the zucchini, onions, and bell peppers in a shallow baking sheet. Combine the olive oil and balsamic vinegar and drizzle over the vegetables. Sprinkle the chopped garlic, basil, and oregano over the top. Add the Cavendar's Greek Seasoning to taste.
  • Place the vegetables on a hot grill with tongs. (If you'd like you can use a grilling basket to keep from losing any of the vegetables through the grill!).
  • Cook on both sides for 2 to 3 minutes (or until they are marked) over a medium hot grill. Brush the vegetables with any remaining oil/vinegar mix when you turn them.
  • Serve hot or cold!

EASY PAN-GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH LEMON PEPPER



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This simple side dish comes together quickly and pairs nicely with any grilled meat. Indoor grill pans work great for those times when weather does not permit outdoor grilling.

Provided by Soup Loving Nicole

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini     Fried Zucchini Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 4

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 teaspoons lemon-pepper seasoning
¼ teaspoon salt
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices

Steps:

  • Whisk olive oil, lemon-pepper seasoning, and salt together in a large bowl. Add zucchini slices and toss until evenly coated.
  • Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat. Place zucchini slices on the grill and cook for 4 minutes without disturbing. Flip slices over and cook for 4 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 38.9 calories, Carbohydrate 1.8 g, Fat 3.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 0.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 381.2 mg, Sugar 0.9 g

GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH ONIONS



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Wondering what to do with all of your garden-grown zucchini in the summer? Give it a sizzle and a little heat with this healthy side. It's also an easy recipe to double or triple for summer cookouts. -Alia Shuttleworth, Auburn, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 small zucchini, halved lengthwise
4 teaspoons olive oil, divided
2 green onions, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Drizzle zucchini with 2 teaspoons oil. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 8-10 minutes or until tender, turning once., Place in a large bowl. Add the green onions, lemon juice, salt, pepper flakes and remaining oil; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 73 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 314mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

GRILLED PEACH, PEPPER AND ZUCCHINI SALAD



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Find a new way to enjoy fresh fruit with our Grilled Peach, Pepper and Zucchini Salad. This Healthy Living zucchini salad combines some of our favorite flavors of the season, including fresh peaches, red peppers and crushed pita chips for added crunch.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Holiday & Special Occasion Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings, 1-1/2 cups each

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 red peppers, quartered
2 zucchini, each cut into 4 lengthwise slices
2 fresh peaches, each cut into 8 wedges
3/4 cup KRAFT Balsamic Vinaigrette Dressing, divided
1 pkg. (5 oz.) spring lettuce mix
1/2 cup crumbled Gorgonzola cheese
1 cup ATHENOS Pita Chips Original, coarsely crushed

Steps:

  • Heat greased grill to medium heat.
  • Toss peppers, zucchini and peaches with 1/4 cup dressing. Grill 5 to 6 min. or just until peaches are softened, turning after 3 min. Remove peaches from grill. Continue to grill vegetables an additional 5 to 7 min. or until crisp-tender, turning after 4 min. Transfer to cutting board.
  • Chop peppers and zucchini. Toss lettuce with remaining dressing in large bowl. Add chopped vegetables and peaches; mix lightly.
  • Top with remaining ingredients.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 320, Fat 15 g, SaturatedFat 3.5 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Sodium 970 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 6 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 9 g

GRILLED ZUCCHINI PEPPER SALAD



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Provided by Ruth Cousineau

Categories     Salad     Appetizer     Side     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Lunch     Vinegar     Bell Pepper     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Gourmet     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 red bell peppers, quartered
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons chopped basil

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high heat for gas); see Grilling Procedure , or heat a 2-burner grill pan over medium heat until hot.
  • Toss vegetables with 2 tablespoon oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Grill, turning occasionally, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes total. If using grill pan, grill in batches, 10 to 15 minutes per batch. Transfer peppers to a bowl and let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Peel peppers and cut into 1-inch pieces. Cut zucchini crosswise into 1-inch pieces.
  • Whisk together vinegar, brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large bowl. Stir in vegetables and basil. Let stand 15 minutes for flavors to blend.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND BELL PEPPER COUSCOUS



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Categories     Side     Bell Pepper     Zucchini     Summer     Couscous     Gourmet     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 pound zucchini (about 3 medium)
1 small red bell pepper
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 small garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 cup chicken broth
3/4 cup water
3/4 cup couscous

Steps:

  • Prepare grill.
  • Trim zucchini and cut each lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. Quarter bell pepper lengthwise, discarding seeds, stem, and ribs. Brush zucchini with oil and grill with bell pepper on a lightly oiled rack set 5 to 6 inches over glowing coals until zucchini is just tender and pepper is crisp-tender, about 5 minutes on each side. (Alternatively, vegetables may be grilled in a hot well-seasoned ridged grill pan over moderately high heat.) Cut zucchini into 1-inch-wide pieces and cut bell pepper into 1/4-inch-wide strips.
  • Mince garlic and mash to a paste with salt. In a dry 1 1/2-quart heavy saucepan toast cumin seeds over moderately low heat, swirling pan occasionally, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Add broth and water and bring to a boil. Add couscous and immediately cover pan. Remove pan from heat and let couscous stand 5 minutes. With a fork fluff couscous and in a bowl toss with vegetables, garlic paste, and salt to taste.

GRILLED LEMON-PEPPER ZUCCHINI



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I like to serve this easy summer-vegetable dish with grilled chicken and rice. I suppose you could switch the type of seasonings you use if you'd like a different flavor, or even change up the vegetables to suit your liking.

Provided by Melissa Conger

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini     Grilled Zucchini Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 small yellow squash, sliced
2 small zucchini, sliced
1 small onion, diced
1 red bell pepper, minced
1 ½ tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon-pepper seasoning

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. When hot, lightly oil grate.
  • Combine the squash, zucchini, onion, and bell pepper in a bowl; drizzle with olive oil; sprinkle with lemon-pepper seasoning; stir to coat. Place the vegetable mixture in the center of a large sheet of aluminum foil. Top with another large sheet of aluminum foil. Roll the edges of the foil sheets together to seal into a packet.
  • Place the packet on the preheated grill. Cook until the vegetables are tender, about 30 minutes, turning the packet every 5 to 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 90.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.4 g, Fat 5.5 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.8 g, Sodium 355.9 mg, Sugar 3.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose firm, ripe peppers and zucchini for grilling. Avoid peppers with blemishes or soft spots.
  • Slice the peppers and zucchini into uniform pieces so that they cook evenly.
  • Use a variety of colors of peppers for a more visually appealing dish.
  • Marinate the peppers and zucchini in a mixture of olive oil, herbs, and spices before grilling to add flavor.
  • Grill the peppers and zucchini over medium heat until they are tender and slightly charred.
  • Serve the grilled peppers and zucchini as a side dish or appetizer. They can also be used in salads, sandwiches, and wraps.

Conclusion:

Grilled peppers and zucchini are a healthy and delicious side dish or appetizer that can be enjoyed all summer long. They are easy to make and can be grilled on a gas or charcoal grill. With a few simple tips, you can grill peppers and zucchini perfectly every time.

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