Grilled Veggie Platter That Feels Fresh, Colorful, and Crowd-Ready
This grilled veggie platter features tender, colorful vegetables with light char and simple seasoning, making it a fresh and flavorful dish perfect for gatherings or easy meals.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 zucchini, sliced lengthwise
2 yellow squash, sliced lengthwise
2 bell peppers, cut into strips
1 red onion, sliced into rounds
1 cup mushrooms
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Optional: balsamic glaze
Optional: fresh parsley or basil
Optional: crumbled cheese
Optional: dipping sauce or hummus
Instructions
1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
2. Wash and cut all vegetables into even sizes.
3. Place vegetables in a large bowl.
4. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
5. Toss gently to coat all pieces evenly.
6. Arrange vegetables on the grill or in a grill basket.
7. Cook zucchini and squash for 3 to 4 minutes per side.
8. Grill bell peppers and onions for 4 to 6 minutes until tender.
9. Cook mushrooms for 5 to 7 minutes until juicy.
10. Grill asparagus for 3 to 5 minutes until just tender.
11. Remove vegetables from grill and transfer to a platter.
12. Drizzle with lemon juice and optional toppings before serving.
Notes
Cut vegetables evenly so they cook at the same rate.
Do not overcrowd the grill to allow proper charring.
Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
Add fresh herbs just before serving for a bright finish.
Use a grill basket for smaller vegetables to prevent falling through.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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