Brighten up your dining experience with this easy and flavorful Balsamic Veggie Platter. Ideal for busy weeknights, this dish combines a variety of seasonal vegetables grilled to perfection and drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze.
Table of Contents
- Why This Recipe is Unique
- Ingredients
- How to Make
- Tips
- Make-Ahead
- Storing
- Freezing
- Reheating
- Serving Suggestions
Balsamic Veggie Platter Uniqueness
- Colorful and nutritious assortment of seasonal vegetables.
- Quick to prepare, making it perfect for weeknights.
- Can easily be customized to include your favorite veggies.
Ingredients
- 1 medium zucchini, sliced
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup mushrooms, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil, for garnish
How to Make the Balsamic Veggie Platter
Start by preheating your grill to medium-high heat. In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, bell pepper, cherry tomatoes, and mushrooms. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar, tossing lightly to coat the vegetables evenly. Season with salt and pepper to your liking. Once your grill is ready, place the vegetables in a grill basket or directly on the grill grates. Grill for about 10–15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and have grill marks. Remove from the grill, sprinkle with fresh basil, and serve warm.
Tips
- Marinate the vegetables for 30 minutes in balsamic vinegar for more flavor.
- Use a grill basket to prevent smaller veggies from falling through the grates.
- Feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables, such as eggplant or asparagus.
Make-Ahead
This platter can be prepped in advance! Chop your vegetables and store them in the fridge. Just toss them with olive oil and balsamic vinegar before grilling.
Storing
Store any leftover grilled veggies in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Freezing
While not ideal for fresh vegetables, you can freeze grilled veggies in an airtight container for up to a month. However, they might lose some texture once thawed.
Reheating
Reheat in the microwave or on a skillet over medium heat until warmed through. Add a splash of balsamic vinegar for extra flavor!
Serving Suggestions
This platter is a great side dish for grilled meats, or serve it with quinoa or rice for a vegetarian main. Drizzle extra balsamic glaze on top before serving for added zing!
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Grilling Recipes: Balsamic Veggie Platter
Brighten up your dining experience with this easy and flavorful Balsamic Veggie Platter. Perfect for quick meals, easily customizable, and stores well in the fridge. This dish grills a colorful assortment of vegetables to perfection and is drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze.
Ingredients
| 1 medium zucchini, sliced | |
| 1 bell pepper, chopped | |
| 1 cup cherry tomatoes | |
| 1 cup mushrooms, halved | |
| 2 tablespoons olive oil | |
| 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar | |
| Salt and pepper, to taste | |
| Fresh basil, for garnish |
Preparation
Notes
- Marinate the vegetables for 30 minutes in balsamic vinegar for more flavor.
- Use a grill basket to prevent smaller veggies from falling through the grates.
- Feel free to swap in your favorite vegetables, such as eggplant or asparagus.
