Description
Grilled zucchini with feta and basil is a simple yet flavorful dish, perfect as a side or light meal. The zucchini is grilled until tender, then topped with crumbled feta and fresh basil for a refreshing taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tbsp fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the zucchini slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the zucchini for 3-4 minutes per side until tender and lightly charred.
- Transfer the zucchini to a serving plate.
- Sprinkle with crumbled feta and chopped basil.
- Drizzle with lemon juice if desired.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use firm, fresh zucchini for the best texture.
- Adjust grilling time based on thickness of slices.
- Add a pinch of red pepper flakes for extra heat.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 350 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
Keywords: grilled zucchini, feta, basil, easy side dish, vegetarian recipe