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Grilled Vegetable Marinade

Delicious Grilled Vegetable Marinade for Flavorful Eats

This Grilled Vegetable Marinade transforms simple veggies into vibrant, flavor-packed delights, perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Marinating Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 0.25 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil Substitute with Avocado Oil for a different flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar Can use red wine or apple cider vinegar.
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Alternately, use yellow mustard.
  • 2 teaspoons Honey Agave syrup or maple syrup are suitable vegan substitutes.
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Thyme Fresh thyme can replace it, using three times the amount.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Use one clove of fresh garlic as an alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Sweet paprika is an alternative but lacks smokiness.
  • to taste Salt Use kosher or sea salt as preferred.
  • to taste Freshly Ground Black Pepper White pepper can be used for a milder flavor.
For the Vegetables
  • Carrots Provides color and texture.
  • Asparagus Provides color and texture.
  • Zucchini Provides color and texture.
  • Yellow Squash Provides color and texture.
  • Bell Pepper Provides color and texture.
  • 1 Lemon Squeeze for finishing; lime can be an alternative.

Equipment

  • medium bowl
  • Grill
  • Shallow Dish

Method
 

Step‑By‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium bowl, combine extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Add dried thyme, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and salt & pepper. Whisk for about 30 seconds until emulsified.
  2. Wash and prepare your choice of vegetables. Halve carrots lengthwise, trim asparagus ends, slice zucchini and yellow squash into half-moons, and cut bell pepper into strips.
  3. Place prepared vegetables in a shallow dish, pour marinade over them, and toss until well-coated. Let sit for 30 minutes.
  4. Preheat the grill to medium heat (350°F to 400°F) and ensure grates are clean.
  5. Place marinated carrots on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until tender.
  6. After carrots, add remaining vegetables and grill for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. Transfer grilled vegetables to a serving platter and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

This marinade is versatile; feel free to mix and match seasonal vegetables. It's make-ahead friendly, ideal for meal prep.

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