Zucchine Grigliate

Zucchine Grigliate is a delightful Italian BBQ dish featuring grilled zucchini, enhanced with the vibrant flavors of garlic, olive oil, and fresh herbs. This healthy and colorful dish makes for a perfect side or a light main course, celebrating the simplicity of fresh ingredients.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (about 400g)
• Extra virgin olive oil - 2 tablespoons (30ml)
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh basil leaves - 10g, chopped
• Fresh oregano - 5g, chopped
• Salt - 1 teaspoon (5g)
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon (2g)

Steps

1. Preheat the grill or a grill pan over medium heat.
2. Wash the zucchinis and slice them lengthwise into 1/2 cm thick strips.
3. In a bowl, mix together the olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, chopped basil, and oregano.
4. Toss the zucchini slices in the marinade until evenly coated.
5. Place the zucchini slices on the hot grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and are tender.
6. Remove the grilled zucchini from the grill and serve immediately, garnished with additional fresh herbs if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 250 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals, particularly vitamin C and potassium.
• Low in calories and high in water content, promoting hydration.

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