Grilled Zucchini
Grilled Zucchini pairs smoky char with rosemary-garlic richness and a bright splash of balsamic. The herb oil helps the slices caramelize while keeping them tender, making this a fresh, summery side that complements grilled meats or light salads. Serve warm off the grill for peak flavor and texture.
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves6
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Grilled Zucchini, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 52 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0.8 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 93 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
How it scores for each health goal
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- 56
- Heart Health
- 71
- Metabolic
- 24
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 22
- Performance
- 44
- General Wellness
- 1
Preheat the grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk together oil, rosemary, garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined; brush the mixture onto the zucchini strips.
- 3
Grill the zucchini on the preheated grill until browned, 5 to 7 minutes per side. Transfer to a serving platter; drizzle with balsamic vinegar.
- Calories 185.47 kcal Moderate 9%
- Protein 2.83 g Low Source 6%
- Carbohydrate 16.26 g 6%
- Total Fat 12.43 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 1.85 g Moderate 9%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 0.0 mg Low Source 0%
- Sodium 16.24 mg Low Source 1%
- Dietary Fiber 2.85 g Moderate 10%
- Total Sugars 4.97 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 78.13 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 1.1 mg Low Source 6%
- Potassium 446.59 mg Low Source 10%
- Vitamin A 22.48 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 17.17 mg Moderate 19%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Garlic 🧄
About This Recipe
Grilled Zucchini is made with 7 ingredients and serves 6. It takes about 20 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Extra Virgin Olive Oil, and Fresh Rosemary. Each serving provides about 185.47 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Grilled Zucchini made of?
- The main ingredients are Balsamic Vinegar, Black Pepper, Extra-Virgin Olive Oil, Fresh Rosemary, Garlic. The full list of 7 is above.
- How long does it take to make Grilled Zucchini?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 185.47 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Grilled Zucchini easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 7 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Grilled Zucchini healthy?
- Grilled Zucchini has an easyChef Pro health score of 46/100. Per serving, it provides 185.47 calories and 2.83 g of protein, or 6% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: saturated fat at 1.85 g (9% of the Daily Value). It contains Garlic, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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