Balsamic grilled zucchini with parmesan is the tastiest way to enjoy zucchini! Quick and easy to prepare, it's bursting with flavor in every bite and is made with just 4 simple ingredients.
Balsamic roasted brussels sprouts are a fan favorite around here, along with our balsamic chicken marinade, and this balsamic grilled zucchini recipe!
Marinated in balsamic vinegar, grilled to tender perfection, then smothered with parmesan cheese...you just can't beat the flavors in this grilled zucchini recipe!
Not only does it taste delicious, but it's also really easy to prepare and ready in under 30 minutes.
Reasons You'll Love This Recipe
- the flavors are out of this world: balsamic vinegar elevates any veggie, and parmesan cheese is the perfect savoury addition
- it's ready in under 30 minutes, using only 4 ingredients
- it's low carb, gluten-free and absolutely delish paired with our suggested serving options!
ingredient notes
- zucchini - 4 medium sized fresh zucchinis will do!
- olive oil - avocado oil also works great for cooking at high temperatures as it has a high smoke point
- parmesan cheese - we use freshly grated
- balsamic vinegar - we've used a grocery store balsamic vinegar of modena. Skip the fancy stuff for this one and save it for a vinaigrette.
- balsamic reduction - for serving! This is totally optional but so tasty. You can make your own balsamic reduction using this simple 2-ingredient recipe.
Step by step directions
Combine
Stir together oil and vinegar in a shallow baking dish. Add zucchini and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
Note - You can cut your zucchini into a ton of different shapes, but we prefer rounds for this recipe. Cut it on a slight angle to make your rounds larger and prevent them from falling between the grates.
Marinate
Allow zucchini to marinate while you heat the grill over medium-high heat (5-600ยฐF).
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Grill
Carefully spray the grill or brush with olive oil. Arrange the zucchini on the grill.
Cook for 2 minutes per side (lid down), then an additional 2-6 minutes (depending on the size of your zucchini and the heat on your grill). Zucchini should be soft but not mushy.
Add Parmesan
Turn the grill to low, then carefully sprinkle tops of zucchini rounds with parmesan. Put the barbecue lid down and cook for one more minute.
Carefully remove zucchini from the grill.
Serve
Serve with extra balsamic vinegar or balsamic reduction.
FAQ
You could try this homemade teriyaki sauce for another flavor variation that would pair really well with other BBQ veggies!
We have only tested with zucchini but other types of summer squash should work well for this recipe, too!
We suspect the parmesan cheese won't stick on this recipe in the air fryer. Instead, check out our air fryer zucchini fries.
Storage
This balsamic grilled zucchini is best served immediately after cooking it. It does not reheat or store well!
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Balsamic Grilled Zucchini with Parmesan
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchinis sliced on the diagonal ยฝ inch thick * see note 1
- 1 ยฝ tablespoon olive oil
- 1 ยฝ tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- salt & pepper
- ยฝ cup parmesan cheese freshly grated
To serve
- balsamic reduction optional but so tasty
Instructions
- Combine - Stir together oil and vinegar in a shallow baking dish. Add zucchini and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper.
- Marinate - Allow zucchini to marinate while you heat the grill over medium-high heat (5-600ยฐF).
- Grill - Carefully spray the grill or brush with olive oil. Arrange the zucchini on the grill.Cook for 2 minutes per side (lid down), then an additional 2-6 minutes (depending on the size of your zucchini and the heat on your grill). Zucchini should be soft but not mushy.
- Add parmesan - Turn the grill to low, then carefully sprinkle tops of zucchini rounds with parmesan. Put the barbecue lid down and cook for one more minute.Carefully remove zucchini from the grill.
- Serve - with extra balsamic vinegar or balsamic reduction.
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Tips:
- You can cut your zucchini into a ton of different shapes, but we prefer rounds for this recipe. Cut it on a slight angle to make your rounds larger and prevent them from falling between the grates.
Nutrition Information
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