Description
A colorful and healthy grilled vegetable platter featuring charred slices of bell pepper, onion, eggplant, zucchini, and squash served with a tangy and spiced Greek yogurt sauce. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for a light meal or elegant side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 red onion, peeled and cut into 12 wedges
- 1 large eggplant, sliced vertically into 1/5-inch slices
- 3 zucchinis, sliced vertically into thin slices
- 3 squash, sliced into thin slices
Seasoning
- Olive oil, for drizzling
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Parsley or cilantro leaves, for garnish
- Lemon wedges, for garnish
Yogurt Sauce
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- ½ garlic clove, crushed
- ½ teaspoon cumin powder
- Squeeze of lemon juice
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Extra pinch of cumin, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Yogurt Sauce: In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, crushed garlic, cumin powder, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well until smooth and flavorful. Refrigerate the sauce until needed to allow the flavors to meld.
- Preheat the Grill: Heat an outdoor grill to high heat or place a grill pan on the stove over high heat to get it very hot for perfect grilling results.
- Oil the Grill Surface: Lightly drizzle olive oil on the hot grill or grill pan to prevent the vegetables from sticking and to help achieve nice grill marks.
- Grill the Vegetables: Place the prepared vegetables on the grill. Grill each side for about 1.5 to 2 minutes until they are nicely charred and tender but not mushy.
- Season the Vegetables: Remove the grilled vegetables from the heat and transfer them to a serving platter. Season with salt and pepper immediately to enhance their flavor.
- Drizzle with Yogurt Sauce: Spoon the prepared yogurt sauce over the veggies or serve alongside for dipping.
- Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle parsley or cilantro leaves and an extra pinch of cumin on top. Serve with lemon wedges for a fresh squeeze of citrus if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh vegetables for the best flavor and texture.
- You can substitute the Greek yogurt sauce with a dairy-free alternative to make it vegan.
- Adjust the amount of garlic and cumin to suit your taste preferences.
- This dish can be served warm or at room temperature.
- For indoor grilling, use a grill pan or a broiler to achieve similar results.
