Blissful Grilled Zucchini Caprese Recipe
A fresh and flavorful Blissful Grilled Zucchini Caprese recipe that combines smoky grilled zucchini, ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and aromatic basil, finished with a sweet balsamic glaze. Perfect as a light appetizer or a side dish for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Other Ingredients
- 2 large ripe tomatoes, sliced
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze, for drizzling
Instructions
- Preheat Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat to get it ready for grilling the zucchini slices.
- Prepare Zucchini: Brush both sides of the zucchini slices with olive oil and season them with salt and black pepper to enhance flavor and prevent sticking to the grill.
- Grill Zucchini: Place the prepared zucchini slices on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until grill marks form and the zucchini becomes tender. Remove from grill and set aside to cool slightly.
- Assemble Layers: On a serving platter, layer the grilled zucchini slices, tomato slices, and mozzarella slices, alternating and slightly overlapping for an attractive presentation.
- Add Basil: Top the assembled stacks with fresh basil leaves to introduce a fragrant and fresh herbaceous note.
- Drizzle Glaze: Generously drizzle balsamic glaze over the layered zucchini, tomato, and mozzarella stacks to add a sweet and tangy finish.
- Serve: Serve immediately to enjoy the fresh flavors and textures at their best.
Notes
- Use firm, fresh zucchinis for best grilling results to avoid sogginess.
- For a sharper flavor, use mature balsamic glaze or reduce it slightly before drizzling.
- This dish is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day without the balsamic glaze.
- Feel free to add a sprinkle of cracked black pepper or chili flakes for a spicy kick.
- Substitute fresh mozzarella with burrata for a creamier texture.
Keywords: grilled zucchini caprese, grilled vegetable recipe, Italian appetizer, summer salad, vegetarian appetizer
