Description
Balsamic Glazed Grilled Vegetables are a delicious and healthy side dish that combines a variety of fresh vegetables grilled to perfection and glazed with a rich balsamic reduction. This dish features a complex flavor profile with sweet and tangy notes, achieved through high-heat grilling and the caramelization of natural sugars in the vegetables.
Ingredients
Scale
1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 cloves Fresh Garlic
2 medium Zucchini
2 large Red Bell Peppers
1 large Red Onio
1 bunch Asparagus
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano
Kosher Salt to taste
Black Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Glaze: In a small whisking bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Whisk vigorously to create a temporary emulsio
- Vegetable Preparation: Wash and dry your vegetables thoroughly, slice them into uniform sizes
- The Initial Marinate: Toss the prepared vegetables in half of the balsamic mixture and let them sit for about 15 minutes
- Preheat the Grill: Set your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F to 450°F)
- The Grilling Process: Place the vegetables across the grates in a single layer and cook for about 4 to 5 minutes per side
- The Final Glaze: During the last two minutes of cooking, brush the remaining balsamic mixture over the vegetables
- Rest and Serve: Remove the vegetables from the grill and let them rest for three minutes before serving
Notes
Use a thick, aged balsamic vinegar for better adherence to the vegetables.
Consider using a two-zone grilling approach for different vegetable densities.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 145 kcal
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg