Grilled Zucchini with Mint Pesto
• Avoid overcooking the zucchini to maintain texture and prevent excess moisture. • Mint pesto can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and refrigerated. • Walnuts can be substituted for pine nuts for a more budget-friendly option. • This dish pairs well with grilled tofu, lentils, or whole grains for a complete meal. • Mint pesto is traditionally paired with grilled vegetables because its bright flavor complements smoky, charred foods. Health Benefits: Zucchini is a low-calorie vegetable that provides fiber, potassium, and antioxidants that support heart and digestive health. Fresh mint contains antioxidant compounds and may support digestion. Nuts and olive oil provide heart-healthy unsaturated fats that improve satiety and help absorb fat-soluble nutrients. Together, these ingredients create a flavorful vegetable side dish rich in fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based nutrients.
1 steps, about 25 minutes
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01Preheat an outdoor grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. 2. Brush zucchini planks with olive oil and season with salt and black pepper. 3. Grill zucchini for 3 to 4 minutes per side until tender with light char marks. Transfer to a serving platter. 4. While the zucchini cooks, add mint, basil, pine nuts, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, nutritional yeast, and salt to a food processor. 5. Blend until mostly smooth, adding water as needed to reach a spoonable consistency. 6. Spoon or drizzle the mint pesto over the grilled zucchini. 7. Serve warm, room temperature, or chilled.
• Avoid overcooking the zucchini to maintain texture and prevent excess moisture. • Mint pesto can be prepared up to 3 days in advance and refrigerated. • Walnuts can be substituted for pine nuts for a more budget-friendly option. • This dish pairs well with grilled tofu, lentils, or whole grains for a complete meal. • Mint pesto is traditionally paired with grilled vegetables because its bright flavor complements smoky, charred foods. Health Benefits: Zucchini is a low-calorie vegetable that provides fiber, potassium, and antioxidants that support heart and digestive health. Fresh mint contains antioxidant compounds and may support digestion. Nuts and olive oil provide heart-healthy unsaturated fats that improve satiety and help absorb fat-soluble nutrients. Together, these ingredients create a flavorful vegetable side dish rich in fiber, healthy fats, and plant-based nutrients.
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