Grilled Vegetables - Recipes and Tips

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Grilling Vegetables is Fun and Easy!

Sure, I love a good grilled steak or grilled chicken. But grilled vegetables are outstanding too. I have several methods that I use to grill them and I will be sharing all of them with you.

Besides, they accompany a grilled meal very well and add an extra dimension of flavor. Follow these tips and you'll grill them perfectly every time.

Grilled Vegetables Seasoning Tips

  • Sprinkle veggies with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and salt and cover in a foil packet. Grill until finished.
  • Sprinkle skewered veggies with cayenne pepper and paprika. Smoked paprika is best if you find it.
  • Season veggies with salt and pepper before putting on the grill. Squeeze lemon juice over them when they are finished.

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A Few Ideas for Grilled Vegetables

Grilling Vegetables Tips

  • Aluminum foil packet. Cut up vegetables, sprinkle with olive oil, salt, and paper. Cover it in foil shiny side in (make a packet). Poke a hole in the top and grill until vegetables are cooked through, about ten minutes.
  • Grill directly on the grill. Another thing you can do is keep vegetables fairly large and don't cut them (for instance, cut a red pepper in half, slice a zuchinni down the middle lengthwise, keep mushrooms whole). Brush them with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper and grill them directly on the grates for a minute or two on each side.
  • Use a special pan. You can buy special pans that go on the grill. Chop the vegetables and place them on the pan. Put the pan on the grill. You can also use these pans to grill shrimp. Yum!

“Great grilled vegetables start with the right grill.”

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Grilled Vegetable Seasonings

Spices for Grilled Vegetables

So, how should you season it? I personally like a simple mix of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Every now and then I'll add either lemon juice or balsamic vinegar.

But you can season the vegetables however you want. Use the same marinade that you are using on your other grilled foods or sprinkle the veggies with your favorite spice blend. Use your imagination!

Use Quality Ingredients

Use the freshest vegetables you can, the best salt, the best pepper, and the best seasonings. It really does make a difference!

How to Grill Vegetables in Aluminum Foil

Delicious Grilled Vegetables Recipe

Another fun way to grill vegetables is by grilling them in aluminum foil. Here's a rundown of the basic method.
  1. Cut a slice of aluminum foil about 9 x 13 in size.
  2. Place it dull side down on the table.
  3. Add any vegetables you like. I prefer zucchini, bell peppers, dried tomatoes, and a few olives for good measure.
  4. Drizzle with olive oil.
  5. Fold in the sides, creating a sealed foil packet.
  6. Poke a few holes in the top and place on the grill away from direct heat.
  7. Grill for about twenty minutes, or until the veggies are cooked how you like it. I like mine to remain a little crisp.

Skewer Grill Vegetables

Make Grilled Vegetables on a Skewer

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