Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Best grilled veggies EVER!


I've had many a grilled veg at many a BBQ and though I like the idea of it...it's execution has always fallen short. Usually they are over cooked and under seasoned. On my own I have even struggled with the flavor and texture....and I LOVE veggies, so I know it's not because of general dislike. I stumbled upon this recipe from "The Taste of home" collection and I have to say that this really is...The Best Grilled Veggies EVER! I have taken this platter to many a function and it has gotten rave reviews. I added tofu to "beef" it up a bit... so print it out, grill it up and gobble it down! (I used my indoor grill pan for mine)





Ingredients
  1. 1/4 cup olive oil
  1. 2 tablespoons honey
  2. 1 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon balsamic vinegar, divided
  3. 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  4. 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  5. 1 pound fresh asparagus, trimmed
  6. 3 small carrots, cut in half lengthwise
  7. 1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch strips
  8. 1 medium yellow summer squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices
  9. 1 medium red onion, cut into four wedges
  1. 1/8 teaspoon pepper
  1. Dash salt

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, combine the oil, honey, 1 tablespoon vinegar, oregano and garlic powder. Pour 3 tablespoons marinade into a large resealable plastic bag; add the vegetables. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1-1/2 hours. Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
  2. Place vegetables on a grilling grid. Transfer to grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 4-6 minutes on each side or until crisp-tender.
  3. Transfer to a large serving platter. Combine reserved marinade and remaining vinegar; drizzle over vegetables. Sprinkle with pepper and salt. Yield: 6 servings.

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