Grilled Vegetables Medley (Printable)
Seasonal vegetables charred and tossed in a balsamic-herb marinade—smoky, colorful, and ready in 30 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into large pieces
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into large pieces
03 - 1 zucchini, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
04 - 1 eggplant, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
05 - 1 red onion, cut into thick wedges
06 - 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, halved
→ Marinade
07 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
# Steps:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper until thoroughly combined.
02 - Add the prepared vegetables to the bowl. Toss until evenly coated in the marinade. Allow vegetables to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes for enhanced flavor.
03 - Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high temperature.
04 - Place vegetables in a single layer on the grill. Cook each side for 4 to 5 minutes, turning with tongs, until lightly charred and tender.
05 - Transfer grilled vegetables to a platter and drizzle with any remaining marinade. Present warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- This is that rare dish where every bite tastes both indulgent and light, thanks to a clever marinade trick.
- It became a repeat request because it earns compliments from both veggie skeptics and vegetarians in my crowd.
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- I once rushed the preheat and my veg stuck—always let the grill get hot enough.
- Marinating even for ten minutes makes a world of difference; don’t skip it if you can help it.
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- Oil your grill grates with tongs and a balled-up paper towel before adding vegetables to help prevent sticking.
- Dried herbs work in a pinch, but crushing them between your palms releases more fragrance and flavor.