Easy Grilled Zucchini Recipe

Grilled Zucchini is a quick, easy, healthy, and flavorful summer side dish for grilled chicken, shrimp, burgers, and brats.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword grilled zucchini recipe, how to cook zucchini on the grill, how to grill zucchini

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 6

Servings servings

Calories 83kcal

Author Beth Pierce

Preheat the grill to 450 degrees. Lightly oil the grill grate with a little vegetable oil.
Cut the zucchini into quarters lengthwise. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with the seasoning, kosher salt, and black pepper.
Place the zucchini spears on the grill flesh side down. Grill for about 3-4 minutes and then flip skin side down. Grill for an additional 3-4 minutes.
Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese and if desired fresh herbs. For best results serve promptly.

Quarter the zucchini lengthwise instead of slicing. This baton shape will help it get crisp tender and lightly charred without getting soggy.
Use whatever seasoning you like and have on hand. Seasoned salt, garlic powder, red pepper flakes, oregano, and onion powder make a great combination. I personally love my homemade creole seasoning on the zucchini. It gives it a ton of flavor without being overpowering.
After grilling sprinkle with just a little bit of fresh Parmesan cheese for a little more flavor and fresh herbs if you have them. For optimum taste use parsley, cilantro, basil, and thyme.
This recipe also works for yellow squash.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the microwave for short intervals at a reduced power to keep from overcooking it. Or place on a baking sheet and reheat at 350 degrees F until warm. But keep in mind that this dish is best served promptly while it is at it's best texture and temperature.