Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers (Print Version)
Grilled zucchini rounds coated in rich garlic butter for a tender, flavorful side dish or appetizer ready in 25 minutes.
# What You’ll Need:
→ 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
# Steps:
01 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - Whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until thoroughly combined.
03 - Thread zucchini rounds onto skewers, leaving small gaps between pieces for even heat circulation.
04 - Brush zucchini generously with garlic butter mixture, coating all sides completely.
05 - Place skewers on hot grill and cook for 4–5 minutes per side, turning once, until tender with golden grill marks. Baste with remaining garlic butter during cooking for enhanced flavor.
06 - Remove from grill and sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and additional chopped parsley if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The garlic butter seeps into every nook and cranny, making each bite impossibly savory
- They come together in under 30 minutes but look like you put in way more effort
- Even vegetable haters ask for seconds when these hit the table
02 -
- Wooden skewers need a good 30 minute soak in water or they'll burn up on the grill
- Crowding the skewers means uneven cooking, so leave breathing room between each round
- The garlic can burn if your flame is too high, so stick to medium-high and keep an eye on things
03 -
- Don't skip the lemon juice, it's the secret ingredient that keeps everything tasting bright
- Brush extra garlic butter on during the last minute of grilling for maximum flavor