Zucchini alla Griglia

Zucchini alla Griglia is a delightful Italian breakfast dish featuring grilled zucchini, enriched with fresh herbs and a touch of olive oil. This gluten-free option is both nutritious and flavorful, perfect for a light morning meal.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 2 medium (approximately 300g)
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh basil - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat.
2. Wash the zucchini and slice them into 1 cm thick rounds.
3. In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, minced garlic, chopped basil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper.
4. Add the zucchini slices to the bowl and toss gently to coat them with the marinade.
5. Once the grill is hot, place the zucchini slices on it and grill for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they have nice grill marks and are tender.
6. Remove the zucchini from the grill and serve warm, drizzling any remaining marinade over the top.

Nutrition

• Calories: 120
• Protein: 2 g
• Carbs: 8 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 300 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

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

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