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    Zucchini and Yellow Squash

    Recipe Link: "How to Grill: The Complete Illustrated Book of Barbecue Techniques"

    List of Ingredients





    Vegetables
    Zucchini and Yellow Squash with Greek Spices

    2 to 3 medium zucchini (about 1 lb. in all)
    2 to 3 medium yellow squash or more zucchini (about 1 lb. in all)
    1 to 2 cloves garlic, minced
    1 tsp. dried oregano
    1 tsp. dried mint
    1/2 tsp. hot red pepper flakes
    Coarse salt and black pepper
    3 tbls. extra-virgin olive oil
    Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

    Recipe



    1. Cut the zucchini and yellow squash lengthwise into 1/4-inch
    slices. Arrange the slices on a platter or in a baking dish and
    sprinkle both sides with the garlic, oregano, mint, hot pepper
    flakes, and lots of salt and pepper. Drizzle 2 tablespoons oil over
    them, turning the slices several times to coat both sides. Let
    marinate for 15 minutes.

    2. Set up the grill for direct grilling and preheat to high. If using
    vegetable grate, preheat it as well. If using a gas grill, place 1
    cup unsoaked wood chips (preferably oak), if desired, in the smoker
    box or in a smoker pouch and preheat until you see smoke.

    3. When ready to cook, if using a charcoal grill, toss the wood
    chips, if desired, on the coals. Arrange the zucchini and yellow
    squash slices on the hot grate and grill until nicely browned on both
    sides, 4 to 6 minutes per side, rotating the slices 90 degrees after
    2 minutes on each side to create an attractive crosshatch of grill
    marks.

    4. Transfer to a platter. Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of oil
    over the zucchini and yellow squash and garnish with lemon wedges, if
    using. Serve at once.

    Serves 4 to 6.

    VARIATIONS: To give the zucchini a Moroccan flavor, add 1 teaspoon
    each ground cumin and coriander to the recipe.

    Turn any leftover grilled zucchini or yellow squash into a salad (or
    grill extra). Cut them into 1-inch pieces. Season them with olive
    oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt and pepper. You can also
    add grilled corn, tomatoes and/or onions.

    ALSO GOOD FOR: The marinade used for squash is great when grilling
    any vegetable, from asparagus to sliced eggplants and onions.


 

 

 


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