Description

Garlic Butter Zucchini Skewers are a simple and flavorful side dish or appetizer perfect for grilling season. Tender zucchini rounds are brushed with a garlicky herb butter, skewered, and grilled or roasted until perfectly golden. These skewers are low-carb, keto-friendly, and ready in under 20 minutes, making them an ideal healthy and delicious addition to any meal.

Ingredients

Zucchini Skewers

3 medium zucchinis, sliced into 1/2-inch rounds
Skewers (metal or soaked wooden)

Garlic Butter Mixture

2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon dried Italian seasoning or thyme

Optional Garnish

2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

Preheat the grill or oven: Preheat your grill or oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s hot enough to cook the zucchini skewers evenly and develop that golden brown color.
Make the garlic butter mixture: In a small bowl, combine the melted unsalted butter, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and dried Italian seasoning or thyme. Mix well to create a flavorful brush-on sauce.
Prepare the skewers: Thread the zucchini rounds onto the skewers, leaving a little space between each slice to allow for even cooking and heat circulation.
Brush with garlic butter: Generously brush both sides of the zucchini rounds with the prepared garlic butter mixture to infuse them with flavor.
Cook the skewers: Grill the skewers for 3–4 minutes per side until the zucchini is tender and has nice grill marks. Alternatively, bake them on a lined baking sheet in the preheated oven for 12–15 minutes until tender and lightly browned.
Garnish and serve: Once cooked, sprinkle the skewers with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley if desired, then serve warm as a delicious side or appetizer.

Notes

Add cherry tomatoes or mushrooms to the skewers for additional variety and flavor.
This dish pairs excellently with grilled meats or can serve as a vegetarian main course.
Consider serving with dips like ranch or garlic aioli to enhance the flavor.