GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND RED ONION WITH LEMON-BASIL VINAIGRETTE

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Make and share this Grilled Zucchini and Red Onion With Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Boo Chef in West Te

Categories     Onions

Time 32m

Yield 4 , 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large red onion, peeled and cut crosswise into four 1/2-inch-thick rounds
3 medium zucchini, ends trimmed, sliced lengthwise into 3/4-inch-thick planks (about 1 pound)
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
kosher salt & fresh ground pepper
1 garlic clove, minced (about 1/2 teaspoon)
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil leaf

Steps:

  • Putonion rounds, from side to side, onto 2 metal skewers. Brush onion and zucchini evenly with ¼ cup olive oil and season with 2 teaspoons kosher salt (or 1 teaspoon table salt) and pepper to taste.
  • Whisk remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, garlic, lemon zest and juice, mustard, and ½ teaspoon kosher salt (or ¼ teaspoon table salt) together in small bowl; set aside.
  • Grill vegetables over medium heat, turning once, until tender and caramelized, 18 to 22 minutes (move vegetables as needed to ensure even cooking). Transfer vegetables to platter; remove skewers from onion and discard any charred outer rings. Rewhisk vinaigrette and pour over vegetables. Sprinkle with basil and serve.

Grace Locke
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I'm not usually a fan of zucchini, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilled zucchini was so tender and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Robz Monsel
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This recipe is a great way to use up summer zucchini. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish that pairs well with grilled meats or fish.


ARINZE KENNEDY
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I love the pop of color that the red onion adds to this dish. It's a beautiful and delicious side dish.


Bishal Karki
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's easy to make and can be served warm or cold.


Thishee Amadoru
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I'm always looking for new recipes that are healthy and delicious. This grilled zucchini and red onion with lemon basil vinaigrette is definitely a winner.


Sadia Salifu
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover grilled zucchini. I made a batch of grilled zucchini on the weekend and then used it to make this dish for dinner tonight.


Jahid HD
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I love that this dish is so versatile. You can serve it as a side dish, a main course, or even an appetizer.


Tonny sentale
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the grilled zucchini and red onion.


Md.sayeed Ahmed
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook zucchini, and this recipe is a great addition to my repertoire. The grilled zucchini is so tender and flavorful.


Queen Bubbles
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This dish is so easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a restaurant. I'm definitely impressed.


Pablo Marenco
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I love the way the lemon basil vinaigrette brightens up the grilled zucchini and red onion. It's a perfect summer dish.


Abdullah Koraa
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This recipe is a keeper! It's easy to make, delicious, and healthy. I'll definitely be making this again and again.


Ratu Baie Kohli
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I made this dish for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the grilled zucchini and red onion. The lemon basil vinaigrette was the perfect finishing touch.


Brenda Montgomery
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This dish is a great way to use up summer zucchini. It's also a healthy and delicious side dish that pairs well with grilled meats or fish.


Irshad Hashim
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I'm not usually a big fan of zucchini, but this recipe changed my mind. The grilled zucchini was so tender and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Pavatharan Pava
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's so easy to make and the results are always amazing. The lemon basil vinaigrette is the perfect finishing touch.


Jafer Badr
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This grilled zucchini and red onion with lemon basil vinaigrette was absolutely delicious! The flavors were perfectly balanced and the vegetables were cooked to perfection. I'll definitely be making this again.