Grilled Zucchini and Squash

How to Make Grilled Zucchini and Squash! This basic recipe shows you the perfect cooking time, temperature and spice mixture.

Nothing says summer like an abundance of zucchini and squash! There’s so much to do with this classic vegetable combo, from casserole to roast. But the simplest? Zucchini and grilled zucchini! Throw this pair on the grill with Italian seasoning and grill until charred and tender. It’s the perfect accompaniment to a grilled meal on the patio. We can almost feel the grass under our toes and the summer sun! Here’s what to do.

Ingredients for grilled zucchini and squash

You don’t need much here apart from vegetables! These grilled zucchini and squashes are very simple but use just the right ingredients for great flavor. On their own, both are very bland, but add them to these Italian seasonings and they taste amazing. What you need for the grilled zucchini and pumpkin:

• Medium zucchini: You want a zucchini that is neither too small nor too big. Oversized zucchini or summer squash can become stringy and cracked.
• Medium summer squash: Same notes as for zucchini!
• Dried basil and oregano: Bring the taste of Italy
• Garlic Powder and Onion Powder: complements the amazing flavors
• olive oil & kosher salt

Do you like yellow pumpkin? Try these yellow squash recipes!

3 ways to cut zucchini and squash for grilling

How to cut zucchini and summer squash for grilling? There are many ways we like to do. Here’s a little breakdown:

• Sleeve. You can slice the zucchini and squash into 1/2 inch thick slices.
• Oblique (diagonal). If you cut diagonally or “obliquely”, you will get larger and more interesting shapes.
• Boards. You can also cut veggies crosswise into long planks: check out these grilled zucchini.

How to grill zucchini and squash

Now let’s get to the grilling! All you need to know is the grill temperature and the base time. Once you figure that out, memorize this recipe and repeat! Here are the basic steps (or jump to the recipe):

• Preheat grill to medium-high heat. It’s about 375 to 450 degrees.
• Cut zucchini and courgettes into rings or diagonally. Make the pieces about 1/2 inch thick.
• Mix with olive oil and spices. See recipe below; Adjust as needed if you have more or less veggies.
• Grill on the grates for 4 to 6 minutes. Cook until charred and tender, turning once.

Variations: Try these spice blends!

There are many ways to flavor grilled zucchini and squash! While they pair great with Mediterranean or Italian spices, there are plenty of ways to think outside the box. These are especially nice if you’re preparing a meal in the style of another kitchen. Here are a few ideas:

More zucchini and zucchini recipes

Do you have too many zucchini? That’s a good thing, we think! Here are some zucchini and squash recipes to help you use up your stash:

This recipe for grilled zucchini and squash is…

Vegetarian, vegan, plant-based, dairy-free and gluten-free.

More grilled vegetables

Our goal is to grill all the veggies! Here are the best ones to try:

• Perfect Corn, Corn in the Foil, Corn in the Husk, or Elote are the best ways to make this seasonal treat.
• Portobello or Mushroom Skewers Packed with meaty, smoky flavor.
• Cauliflower or Broccoli Charred florets of goodness.
• Onions, peppers, tomatoes, eggplant, zucchini and squash Perfect for summer.
• Grilled potatoes, jacket potatoes, grilled baked potatoes, sweet potatoes or classic carrots!
• Asparagus, avocado, pak choi, beetroot, okra or Brussels sprouts Unique, delicious and easy.
• Romaine, Cabbage or Kale These leafy greens are fantastic grilled.