MEDITERRANEAN GRILLED VEGETABLES
Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables are a delicious, healthy dish perfect for any meal. This easy recipe features a mix of sliced courgette, aubergine, and red pepper tossed with olive oil, dried oregano, and seasoning. Grilling these vegetables brings out their natural sweetness while infusing a smoky flavour. They make a great side dish, appetiser, or light entrée, especially when paired with grilled meats or served alongside grains. This dish is ideal for outdoor barbecues or as part of a nutritious weeknight meal, delivering Mediterranean goodness with minimal effort.
RECIPE CATEGORY
Lunch, Dinner, Snack, Entrée, Side, Appetisers
SERVING SIZE
1 serving
CUISINE
Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, Greek, Turkish, Italian
PREPARATION/TECHNIQUES
Barbecue / Grill, Quick & Easy, Marinate
OCCASION/HOLIDAY
Backyard BBQ, Family Reunion, Picnic, Potluck, Summer, Fall, Super Bowl, Party, Cocktail Party, Tailgating
SPECIAL CONSIDERATION/DIETARY CONCERNS
Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Low Cholesterol, Low Fat, High Fibre, Kosher, Organic, Kid-Friendly, Quick & Easy
DISH TYPE
Side, Snack, Appetiser, Entrée
INGREDIENTS
There are the following ingredients for Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables:
- ¼ courgette, sliced
- ¼ aubergine, sliced
- ½ red pepper sliced
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
FULL NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION
- Calories: 120
- Protein:5g
- Fat: 10g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fibre: 2g
- Sodium: 100mg
PREPARATION
- Prepare The Vegetables: Slice the courgette, aubergine, and red pepper into even pieces to ensure they cook evenly on the grill.
- Season The Vegetables: In a bowl, toss the sliced vegetables with olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper until all pieces are well coated.
- Grill The Vegetables: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the vegetables on each side for 4-5 minutes or until tender and slightly charred.
- Serve Warm Or At Room Temperature: Remove the vegetables from the grill and serve immediately as a side dish, or allow them to cool to room temperature for a light appetiser.
PREP TIME
5 minutes
COOKING TIME
10 minutes
TIPS
Here are some tips for the preparation of Mediterranean Grilled Vegetables:
- Uniform Slices: Slice the vegetables evenly to ensure they grill at the same rate and avoid burning.
- Grill Marks: To get perfect grill marks, avoid flipping the vegetables too often and let them cook for at least 4 minutes before turning them.
- Smoky Flavour: Consider adding a dash of smoked paprika to the olive oil mix for a deeper smoky flavour.
VARIATIONS
- Add Mushrooms: Include sliced mushrooms like portobellos for extra texture and flavour.
- Garlic-Infused Oil: Use garlic-infused olive oil for an extra burst of flavour.
- Herb Blend: Try using a Mediterranean herb blend instead of oregano for a more robust flavour.
PREPPING AND STORAGE
- Fridge Storage: Store leftover grilled vegetables in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Freezing: Freezing grilled vegetables isn’t recommended as they lose texture, but if needed, freeze in a single layer and reheat by sautéing or grilling.