Description
This grilled vegetables marinade adds tangy, sweet, and savory flavor to fresh summer veggies. Olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, thyme, and garlic powder help vegetables caramelize beautifully on the grill.
Ingredients
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 pound carrots, halved or quartered
1 pound asparagus, trimmed
2 zucchini, cut into sixths
2 yellow squash, cut into sixths
1 large red bell pepper, sliced into 1/2 inch strips
Instructions
1. Combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, dried thyme, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper in a measuring cup or bowl. Whisk until fully blended and smooth.
2. Prepare the vegetables by trimming and cutting them into long, even pieces so they cook evenly and do not fall through the grill.
3. Arrange the vegetables on a tray and coat them thoroughly with the marinade. Toss gently until every piece has even coverage.
4. Let the vegetables sit for at least 30 minutes so they can absorb flavor. Marinate longer if time allows.
5. Heat the grill to medium heat, around 350°F.
6. Place the denser vegetables, such as carrots, on the grill first. Cook briefly before adding the remaining vegetables.
7. Grill everything for about 10 to 12 minutes total, turning once, until tender with light charring.
8. Remove from the grill and serve warm.
Notes
Any mix of vegetables can be used with this marinade.
Firmer vegetables should be placed on the grill first since they need more cooking time.
Softer vegetables should be added later to prevent overcooking.
The marinade can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Vegetables can also be cooked in the oven or on a stovetop grill pan instead of an outdoor grill.
Leftovers can be kept in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Reheat leftovers on a grill, under a broiler, or in the microwave.
- Prep Time: 45 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Category: Summer Veggies Recipes
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 5 oz
- Calories: 137
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 322 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 16 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg