Grilled Garlic-Marinated Baby Zucchini

Submitted by Kittencalrecipezazz

"This is simple, easy and so delicious!--- use only small baby zucchini for this and trim edges, seasoned salt may be substituted for kosher salt if desired :)"

 

• Ready In: 1hr 6mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Yields: 1 pound zucchini

ingredients

• 1⁄2 cup olive oil
• 4 -5 whole fresh garlic cloves
• 1⁄2 teaspoon kosher salt (more for sprinkling)
• 1⁄4 - 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
• 1 lb baby zucchini (ends trimmed and do not slice)

directions

1. In a blender blend oil with garlic cloves, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper.
2. Using a fork or a wooden skewer pierce holes all over the zucchini.
3. Place in a glass shallow dish (I use my 11 x 7-inch baking dish to marinate).
4. Pour the oil over all over the zucchini then turn with hands to coat.
5. Allow to stand for 1-2 hours at room temperature.
6. Heat grill to medium-high heat.
7. Grill zucchini until tender and golden in spots turning occasionally (this should take about 6-7 minutes).
8. Transfer to serving plate then sprinkle with a little kosher salt.
9. Delicious!