Grilled Vegetables

Here are some tips for what veggies to grill, how to prepare them, how long to cook them, and what to top them with – adapted from Foodie Crush.

The Best Vegetables for Grilling

Zucchini or Summer Squash
Peppers (sweet or hot)
Portabello mushrooms
Eggplant
Carrots
Onions of any kind
Corn (in the husk)
Cauliflower (sliced in steaks)
Broccoli (steaks or florets)
Romaine lettuce
Tomatoes (best if halved or whole)

5 Tips for the Best Grilled Vegetables

Keep it simple – just slice and season.
Slice vegetables the same thickness so they cook at the same rate, between 1/3″ and 1/2″. too thin and they’ll disintegrate on the grill.
Follow the golden rule of grilling: oil what you grill, not the grill itself. Drizzle the vegetables with olive oil then spread it evenly with your fingers.
Sprinkle the vegetables with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. They will absorb the salt as they cook, enhancing their inherent sweetness. Add herbs such as oregano, mint, tarragon, or basil to your taste.
Start veggies over medium heat, about 350°F to 450°F. Lay long pieces crosswise over the grates so they don’t fall through.
Close the lid and cook, flipping halfway through. This creates the same environment as an oven, baking the vegetables as they lightly char. Check their progress every few minutes.

Cooking Times for Grilled Vegetables

Bell pepper: Whole for 10-12 minutes; halved for 8-10 minutes
Carrot: Boil for 4-6 minutes, then grill 3-5 minutes
Corn: 15-20 minutes in husk
Eggplant: 5-7 minutes (thicker slices will take longer)
Portabello mushroom: 8-10 minutes
Onion: sliced 8-10 minutes; halved 35-40 minutes
Green onion: 3-4 minutes
Tomato: 6-8 minutes halved
Zucchini: 5-7 minutes

Cooking times for grilled vegetables will vary depending on the thickness of slices. The veggies may look a little dry, but will begin to sweat and deflate as they rest

What to Put on Grilled Vegetables

Just as delicious warm or at room temperature, grilled veggies are an entertainer’s dream dish. Serve them unadorned, or add a simple topping or sauce.