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Colorful grilled vegetable platter with marinated vegetables and dips on a rustic table.

Grilled Vegetable Platter with Dips for a Delicious Summer Spread


  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Description

A vibrant and easy grilled vegetable platter served with three simple dips. Perfect for summer gatherings, this recipe features a mix of zucchini, bell peppers, mushrooms, asparagus, tomatoes and corn marinated in olive oil and herbs, grilled to perfection and paired with yogurt dill sauce, roasted red pepper hummus, and avocado lime dip.


Ingredients

  • zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch planks
  • bell peppers, assorted colors, cut into wide strips
  • mushrooms (portobello or cremini), halved or whole if small
  • asparagus spears, trimmed
  • cherry tomatoes, skewered
  • corn on the cob, halved or whole
  • red onion, cut into thick wedges
  • olive oil
  • lemon juice
  • balsamic vinegar
  • garlic cloves, minced
  • fresh herbs (thyme, rosemary, or oregano)
  • salt
  • black pepper
  • smoked paprika
  • chili flakes
  • Greek yogurt
  • fresh dill, chopped
  • canned chickpeas, drained and rinsed
  • roasted red peppers
  • tahini
  • ground cumin
  • avocados
  • lime juice
  • fresh cilantro
  • tahini

  • Instructions

    1. In a large bowl combine olive oil, lemon juice or balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, pepper, smoked paprika and chili flakes

    2. Add sliced vegetables to the marinade, toss gently to coat, and let rest for 15 to 20 minutes

    3. Preheat grill to medium high and lightly oil the grates

    4. Grill corn and peppers first for 8 to 10 minutes turning often, then grill mushrooms and onions for 5 to 6 minutes per side

    5. Grill zucchini and asparagus for 3 to 4 minutes per side, and cherry tomatoes for 2 to 3 minutes per side

    6. Prepare garlic yogurt sauce by mixing Greek yogurt, lemon zest, lemon juice, garlic, dill, olive oil, salt and pepper

    7. Blend chickpeas, roasted red peppers, tahini, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, cumin and paprika until smooth to make hummus

    8. Blend avocados, lime juice, garlic, olive oil, cilantro, salt and pepper until creamy for the avocado lime dip

    9. Arrange grilled vegetables on a large platter in color groups and place dips in small bowls around the edges

    10. Drizzle vegetables with olive oil or balsamic glaze, garnish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges, and serve at room temperature or slightly chilled

    • Prep Time: 20 minutes
    • Cook Time: 15 minutes
    • Category: vegetarian
    • Method: grilling
    • Cuisine: american

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 serving

    Keywords: grilled vegetable platter, grilled veggies, vegetarian platter, summer spread, barbecue vegetables, vegetarian appetizer, healthy grilling, colorful vegetables, dip recipes