Grilled Vegetables with Herbs (Print Page)
Seasonal vegetables charred and tossed in a balsamic-herb marinade for a colorful, healthy grill dish.
# What You Need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into large pieces
02 - 1 yellow bell pepper, seeded and cut into large pieces
03 - 1 zucchini, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
04 - 1 eggplant, sliced into 1/2 inch rounds
05 - 1 red onion, cut into thick wedges
06 - 8 ounces cremini or button mushrooms, halved
→ Marinade
07 - 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
08 - 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
09 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves or 1 teaspoon dried thyme
11 - 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary, finely chopped or 1 teaspoon dried rosemary
12 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
# Directions:
01 - In a large mixing bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, fresh thyme, rosemary, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
02 - Add all prepared vegetables to the mixing bowl and toss thoroughly to coat each piece with marinade. Allow vegetables to marinate for 10 to 15 minutes if time permits.
03 - Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
04 - Arrange vegetables in a single layer on the preheated grill. Grill for 4 to 5 minutes per side, turning occasionally with tongs, until charred and tender.
05 - Transfer grilled vegetables to a platter and drizzle with remaining marinade. Serve warm or at room temperature.
# Expert Tips:
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- The juicy, smoky bites make you feel like a grill hero with barely any effort.
- This recipe turns odds-and-ends from the fridge into a showstopping platter that always disappears at parties.
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- If the grill isn't properly preheated, the vegetables will stick and tear, and you’ll lose that perfect char.
- Brushing extra marinade on just after grilling, instead of during, keeps the herbs from burning and makes everything taste fresher.
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- If you’re grilling for a crowd, work in batches so you never overcrowd the grill—each vegetable deserves its own space to shine.
- Rub a cut onion over hot grill grates to help prevent sticking naturally before you start cooking.