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Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers

Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers That Will Elevate Your BBQ Game

These Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers are a delicious and healthy addition to any BBQ, infusing rich flavor with ease.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 skewers
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Zucchini
  • 3 medium zucchinis sliced into rounds or half-moons
For the Garlic Butter
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter melted
  • 3 cloves minced garlic can be adjusted to taste
For Coating and Seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil optional
  • to taste salt use kosher or sea salt
  • to taste pepper black or white pepper
Optional Fresh Touches
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice for drizzling before serving
  • to taste fresh herbs such as thyme or basil

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Wooden skewers

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions for Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers
  1. Wash 2-3 medium zucchinis under cool water, then slice into 1/2-inch thick rounds or half-moons.
  2. Melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over low heat in a small saucepan. Add 2-3 minced garlic cloves and simmer for 2-3 minutes until fragrant.
  3. In a large bowl, combine sliced zucchini with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss with the warm garlic butter until well coated.
  4. Thread the marinated zucchini onto soaked wooden skewers, leaving space between pieces. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  5. Grill the zucchini skewers for approximately 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally to achieve char marks.
  6. Remove from the grill, drizzle with fresh lemon juice, and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1skewerCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, soak wooden skewers for 30 minutes before grilling. Serve warm with a squeeze of fresh lemon.

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