Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables
Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables are a colorful combination of zucchini, eggplant, peppers, and red onion, lightly marinated with olive oil, lemon, garlic, and oregano before being grilled to perfection. They make a healthy and flavorful side dish for any barbecue or Mediterranean-inspired meal.
Equipment
- grill
- Large bowl
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 1 medium eggplant
- 1 medium red onion
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 red bell peppers
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Slice the eggplant, zucchini, and red onion into ½-inch (1 cm) thick rounds.
- Cut the bell peppers into quarters and remove the seeds and membranes.
- Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, garlic, oregano, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.
- Add the vegetables and toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Arrange the vegetables on the grill.
- Cook for 10 to 15 minutes, turning occasionally, until tender and lightly charred.
- Transfer the vegetables to a serving platter.
- Drizzle with any remaining marinade.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes & Wine Advice
Recipe Notes
Cut all the vegetables into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly on the grill. Allow the vegetables to marinate for 15 to 20 minutes before grilling for even more flavor. Turn the vegetables carefully to keep attractive grill marks while preventing them from breaking apart. Serve as a side dish, toss into pasta, or add to salads and sandwiches.Wine Advice
A crisp Pinot Grigio complements the fresh Mediterranean flavors beautifully. A light Chianti is an excellent pairing with these grilled vegetables.Nutrition values
Calories: 180 kcal | Carbohydrates: 18 g | Protein: 4 g | Fat: 12 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Sodium: 590 mg | Sugar: 8 g