40 grilled vegetable recipes that steal the spotlight

Try these 40 grilled vegetable recipes that showcase the vibrant flavors and versatility of veggies as the star of the show.

Sweet potato half topped with chorizo, maple and sour cream. — Chorizo Maple Sweet Potatoes. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Roasted Beet Salad with Goat Cheese

Plate of roasted beets with greens on goat cheese spread. — Roasted beet salad. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

This roasted beet salad recipe is hearty enough it can be eaten as a meal, but also versatile enough it can be served as a side salad.
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Fresh Grilled Vegetable Salad

Fresh Grilled Vegetable Spring Salad. — Fresh Grilled Vegetable Salad. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill

Green salad doesn’t have to be boring. This bright green salad is full of flavor and packed with grilled vegetables.
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Charred Brussels Sprouts

This charred Brussels sprouts with almonds recipe is so good it’s a meal all by itself.
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Grilled Artichokes

Grilled artichoke half. — Grilled artichoke. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Each cavity is filled with its own lemony butter dipping sauce that marinates the grilled artichoke heart while the leaves get a nice smoky char.
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Sesame Garlic Grilled Shishito Peppers

plate of grilled shishito peppers. — Grilled shishito peppers. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

With this sesame garlic grilled shishito peppers recipe, you can make this trendy restaurant appetizer at home in 20 minutes.
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Grilled Blooming Onion

Closeup of grilled bloomin' onion. — Grilled bloomin’ onion. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Take your favorite Aussie appetizer outdoors with this easy recipe for grilled blooming onion.
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Grilled Mashed Potatoes

Bowl of fluffy mashed potatoes. — Grilled mashed potatoes. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Do you love creamy mashed potatoes but hate peeling them all? Check out this post for Grilled Mashed Potatoes to see how you can skip that cumbersome step.
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Grilled Japanese Eggplant

Bring the taste of Asia to your plate in 15 minutes with grilled Japanese eggplant.
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Grilled Zucchini

Grilled zucchini is a quick and easy side dish that can be served hot or cold.
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Grilled Green Beans

Have you ever tried grilling green beans? Grilled green beans are crunchy and tender, bringing out the best qualities in the popular vegetable.
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Glazed Grilled Carrots with Orange-Maple Glaze

Maple glazed carrots on white dish. — Glazed Grilled Carrots with Orange-Maple Glaze. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Spruce up your side dish game with glazed grilled carrots finished with an orange-maple glaze, sliced toasted almonds and fresh herbs.
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Grilled Bok Choy

Platter of grilled baby bok choy. — Grilled baby bok choy. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Grilled bok choy is an easy Asian side dish that can be prepared in 20 minutes with just a few simple ingredients.
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Chorizo Hot Maple Grilled Sweet Potatoes

Make grilled sweet potatoes straight on the coals and finish them with caramelized chorizo and a drizzle of hot maple syrup.
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Roasted Butternut Squash Soup on the Grill

Bowl and pot of grilled butternut squash soup. — Grilled butternut squash soup. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Yes! You can make soup on the grill. This grilled butternut squash soup is super creamy and velvety because of two important easy steps.
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Smoked BBQ Jackfruit

Pan full of smoked jackfruit. — Smoked jackfruit. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Whether you’re a vegetarian or a carnivore, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by this smoked BBQ jackfruit.
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Smoked Homemade Spaghetti Sauce

Jar of spaghetti sauce next to pasta dish and bread. — Smoked homemade spaghetti sauce. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

If you want a truly robust homemade spaghetti sauce, try adding smoked fresh tomatoes. This recipe makes 8 cups – enough for two full meals.
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Loaded Baked Potato on a Grill

Baked potato loaded with meat, macaroni and sour cream. — Loaded baked potato. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Next time you smoke brisket or pulled pork or make a side of mac and cheese, save some in the freezer, so you can make loaded baked potatoes.
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How to Cook Roasted Hatch Peppers

Tongs flipping hatch chiles on grill. — Roasted hatch chile peppers. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

How to make roasted hatch peppers and what makes the peppers from the Chile Capital of the World so unique compared to all others.
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Grilled Street Corn Dip (Elote Dip)

tortilla chip dipped into street corn dip. — Street corn dip. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

If you’re looking for a hot, creamy dip, this Mexican street corn dip is the perfect appetizer for your next party or potluck.
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Grilled Acorn Squash Rings

Grilled acorn squash sliced into rings makes a simple side dish that’s both pretty and healthy and ready in about 30 minutes.
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Grilled Salsa

Liven up your next party with homemade grilled salsa. The charred fresh vegetables add way more depth than the stuff that comes out of a jar.
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Grilled Asparagus with Lemon-Caper Vinaigrette

Bowl of grilled asparagus with parmesan and capers. — Lemon-caper asparagus. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Ready in 15 minutes, grilled asparagus with lemon-caper vinaigrette is a side exquisite enough for a holiday, yet easy enough for a Monday.
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Grilled Mini Hasselback Potatoes

Grilled mini hasselback potatoes are the best side dish, because they’re crispy potatoes that are also soft and fluffy.
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Grilled Acorn Squash Halves

Change things up by serving grilled acorn squash. These delightful fall fruits add a smooth richness to any meal.
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Grilled Onions

Platter of grilled red and white onions slices. — Grilled onions. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Every burger needs a few rings of grilled onions to make it complete.
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Grilled Radishes

Grilled radishes are bite-sized beauties that are juicy, flavorful and tender ~ a perfect summer treat to accompany grilled steak.
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Grilled Broccoli

Forget everything you’ve ever known about mushy broccoli. Grilled broccoli has crispy florets that provide great texture for a weeknight side dish.
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Grilled Parsnips

Try adding a new veggie to your meal plan. Grilled parsnips are sweet and crunchy like carrots.
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The Secret to Juicy Caramelized Grilled Corn

Platter of 3 ears of grilled corn. — Grilled corn. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Whether you top it with butter or go Mexican style with mayo and cheese, grilled corn is one of those recipes every griller should know.
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Grilled Potatoes

Platter of grilled potato wedges and halves. — Grilled potatoes. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Try grilled potatoes for a healthier way to enjoy French fries. They’re tender inside with a crunchy exterior.
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Grilled Tomatoes

platter of grilled roma tomato halves. — Grilled tomatoes. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Top your burgers or salads with grilled tomatoes to add a robust, sweetness to your meal.
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Grilled Yellow Squash

Grilled yellow squash holds up so well to the grill and can be served hot or cold.
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Grilled Brussels Sprouts Bacon Weave

Stalk of grilled Brussels sprouts with bacon weave and lemon wedges. — Grilled Brussels Sprouts Stalk. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Vegetables shouldn’t be boring. This bacon-weaved Brussels sprouts stalk will get you more oohs and aahs than your smoked brisket.
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Grilled Carrots

Platter of grilled orange and purple carrots. — Grilled carrots. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Grilled carrots are one of my favorite sides. They’re sweet, soft and add a pop of color to your plate.
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Grilled Asparagus

Grilled asparagus is the must-have side to any fantastic steak. This recipe takes less than 15 minutes and only 4 ingredients.
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Grilled Beets

Grilled, peeled yellow and purple beets. — Grilled beets. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

As easy as roasting them in the oven, grilled beets are one of the world’s super foods, packed full of healthy vitamins and nutrients.
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Grilled Cauliflower

Next time you throw a pork loin on the grill, add some grilled cauliflower for a healthy side.
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Grilled Peppers

Platter of grilled rainbow peppers. — Grilled peppers. Photo credit: Girls Can Grill.

Grilled peppers add a sweet crunch to salads and steaks.
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Grilled Mushrooms

Grilled mushrooms go great on every protein. Top them on your next burger, steak, chicken breast or pork chop.
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Grilled Radicchio

Change up your salad options by serving grilled radicchio. It has a slightly bitter taste that marries well with sweet dressings.
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