Use Peak-Season Produce for These Grilled Veggie Recipes
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Any good BBQ will consist of a few different things: burgers, hot dogs, steaks, and—yes—grilled veggies! Though vegetables might not be the first thing you think of when planning your backyard cookout, there is so much summer produce that's in season this time of year. And cooking veggies on the grill is one of the best ways to make them shine. In fact, the smoky, charred flavor that comes from cooking vegetables over a grill will turn even the pickiest eaters into vegetable lovers. "I love grilled vegetables more than anything on earth," Ree Drummond says. Read on for all the grilled veggie recipes to make this summer.
For starters, you can keep things simple with grilled asparagus, zucchini recipes, or even eggplant. Serve them up on their own or create a big veggie platter with a little of each! You can also take things one step further by turning grilled veggies into a meal in themselves. Just look at Ree’s grilled veggie burritos or the grilled portobello mushroom burgers, for example. If you're in search of something heartier, you can also serve up grilled potatoes or grilled corn alongside your favorite grilled steak. So, what are you waiting for? These veggies aren’t going to grill themselves!
Grilled Eggplant
Grilling eggplant is one of the best ways to bring out that smoky, charred flavored. You can serve it with marinara sauce, pesto, or chimichurri—the options are endless!
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Grilled Veggie Skewers
These rainbow skewers will add a pop of color to any table! The assortment of veggies includes summer squash, tomatoes, and mushrooms, which all cook at the same rate. Plus, they taste delicious with a balsamic marinade.
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Grilled Okra
If you’re skeptical about okra, just wait until you try it on the grill! The heat from the fire yields charred, crispy results that are never slimy. And the lemon pepper seasoning adds an extra pop!
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Grilled Corn on the Cob
Yes, the perfect recipe for grilled corn on the cob does exist! This method is smoky and sweet with a garlic-chive butter that you'll want to slather over everything.
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Grilled Potatoes
Cooking these baby potatoes on skewers will help keep them from rolling around the grill. It's also just a really fun way to serve up a side of potatoes.
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Grilled Asparagus
You don't need much to make grilled asparagus shine! Just a simple seasoning of salt and pepper, some fresh lemon, and maybe a dash of red pepper flakes for spice.
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Portobello Mushroom Burgers
Portobello mushrooms are savory and meaty so they're the perfect veggie to take the place of burgers in this vegetarian recipe. Here, the simple marinade helps to enhance the flavor even more on the grill.
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Corn Salsa
When fresh corn is in season, you'll want to use it every which way, including in this colorful salsa. The grilled corn and onions, peppers, and cilantro make for one tasty dip.
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Grilled Zucchini
Ree's flavorful zucchini spears are seasoned with homemade lemon salt! "It's perfect for summertime when your garden is exploding with more zucchini than you know what to do with," she says.
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Grilled Eggplant Parm Hoagies
This summery twist on a classic eggplant parmesan swaps the fried eggplant for grilled eggplant instead! Then, the sandwiches are layered with the veggies, marinara sauce, sliced tomatoes, and melted cheese. Yum!
Get Ree's Grilled Eggplant Parm Hoagies recipe.
Grilled Mini Sweet Peppers
These mini peppers are naturally sweet so they pair perfectly with the herbed goat cheese filling. Serve them up as a fun party appetizer or even a snack on a warm summer day.
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Grilled Veggie Burritos
These burritos are filled with zesty rice, beans, and an assortment of grilled veggies. You can switch it up by adding shredded cheese, salsa, or even sour cream if you'd like.
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Grilled Corn Salad with Cilantro Vinaigrette
This salad is full of flavor and texture thanks to the grilled corn, creamy avocado, fresh tomatoes, and hearty pinto beans. The whole thing comes together with a zesty, herby cilantro dressing.
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Poblano-Potato Bundles
Foil packets are a great way to cook veggies on the grill. Not only does the heavy-duty foil make sure your potatoes and poblano chile peppers stay secure, but it's also easy to clean up!
Get Ree's Poblano-Potato Bundles recipe.
Grilled Veggie Enchiladas
You can make these grilled veggies on a grill pan or an outdoor grill. Ree uses mushrooms, zucchini, yellow squash, and red onion, but other veggies would work well, too. Either way, it's a cheesy Tex-Mex dish that anyone would love.
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Grilled Veggie and Cream Cheese Sandwich
This sandwich is perfect for quick summer lunches or picnics in the park. (It actually gets better as it sits.) You can switch things up by adding some fresh basil, Dijon mustard, or even pesto to the cream cheese spread.
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Grilled Broccoli
If you love those crispy bits of broccoli florets, then this side dish is for you! The broccoli is tossed in a sweet and tangy balsamic maple dressing, then cooked in a veggie basket on the grill.
Get the Grilled Broccoli recipe at Well Plated by Erin.
Mediterranean Grilled Stuffed Peppers
Take stuffed peppers outdoors with this grilled veggie recipe! The family-friendly meal is hearty and healthy thanks to ground chicken, rice, and a flavorful Romesco sauce.
Get the Mediterranean Grilled Stuffed Peppers recipe at Food Faith Fitness.
Grilled Sweet Potatoes
You've never had sweet potatoes like this before! The wedges are grilled until those beautiful char marks form, then served with a drizzle of herby yogurt dressing.
Get the Grilled Sweet Potatoes recipe at The Modern Proper.
Grilled Vegetable Salad
These chopped grilled veggies are tossed in an herby lemon vinaigrette, then sprinkled with blue cheese crumbles over the top. It's a side dish you'll want to make all summer long!
Get the Grilled Vegetable Salad recipe at A Farmgirl's Dabbles.
Grilled Romaine
You'll be surprised by just how wonderful crunchy romaine lettuce can be with just a few minutes on the grill. The tips of the lettuce get charred while the center still stays nice and crisp. It makes for a fun twist on a lemony salad.
Get the Grilled Romaine recipe at Jessica Gavin.
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