Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers (Printable)

Tender grilled zucchini rounds brushed with aromatic garlic butter and fresh herbs for a perfect summer side dish.

# What goes in:

→ Vegetables

01 - 3 medium zucchinis, sliced into ½-inch thick rounds

→ Garlic Butter

02 - 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
03 - 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
04 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 teaspoon lemon zest
06 - ½ teaspoon salt
07 - ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

→ Optional Garnish

08 - 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
09 - Lemon wedges, for serving

# Directions:

01 - Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
02 - In a small bowl, mix the melted butter, minced garlic, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper.
03 - Thread the zucchini rounds onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece for even cooking.
04 - Brush the zucchini generously with half of the garlic butter mixture.
05 - Grill the skewers for 3–4 minutes per side, turning once, until the zucchini is tender and lightly charred.
06 - Remove from the grill and immediately brush with the remaining garlic butter.
07 - Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese, if using, and serve with lemon wedges.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The garlic butter creates this incredible sizzle and aroma that makes everyone gather around the grill
  • These skewers turn a humble summer vegetable into something people actually get excited about eating
02 -
  • Do not overcrowd the skewers or the zucchini will steam instead of getting those nice charred edges
  • Wooden skewers need soaking for at least 30 minutes so they do not burn on the grill
03 -
  • Pat the zucchini dry with paper towels before threading to help the char develop better
  • Leftover garlic butter keeps in the fridge for a week and is amazing on grilled bread or fish

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