30 Grilled Vegetable Recipes That Will Make the Best Sides for Your Cookout!

September 18, 2024
Written by Kristy J. Norton

Vegetables don’t get nearly enough attention at barbecues. If you agree, then this is the place for you! Here, you can find the most succulent grilled vegetable recipes that are sure to be a hit with everyone. Go ahead and check them out! 

Grilled Vegetable Recipes

1. Grilled Zucchini with Lemon, Garlic, and Parmesan

Light, bright, and delicious, this is just the perfect grilled zucchini for the summer! Here, sliced zucchini is coated in a herb and lemon butter sauce and then grilled to perfection. When the zucchini is almost done, top with parmesan and grill until the cheese is melted! 

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Grilled Zucchini with Lemon, Garlic, and Parmesan

2. Grilled Balsamic Asparagus

The key to making this grilled asparagus taste so good is to marinate it for a short while ahead of time. The asparagus is coated in a balsamic vinegar, lemon juice, and minced garlic marinade. It is then grilled on each side until slightly charred. 

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Grilled Balsamic Asparagus

3. Grilled Portobello Mushrooms 

Grilled portobello mushrooms make the perfect veggie patty – meaty and delicious! The mushrooms are marinated in a mix of balsamic vinegar, herbs, and spices and then grilled over medium heat. Use the marinade to baste the mushrooms and add even more flavor! 

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Grilled Portobello Mushrooms

4. Grilled Corn on the Cob

Grilled corn on the cob may be a classic but you need to know the proper technique for getting it just right! Brush the corn lightly with oil and grill on medium heat, with the lid closed. You need to keep turning the cob to ensure that all slides of the corn are equally charred. 

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Grilled Corn on the Cob

5. Garlic and Herb Grilled Eggplant

This is the perfect side for your grilled meat items! The eggplant is dipped in a fragrant mix of minced garlic, oil, and fresh herbs before it is grilled. Once cooked to perfection, the eggplant is dipped in the garlic and herb mix once more before being served! 

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Garlic and Herb Grilled Eggplant

6. Grilled Marinated Peppers with Burrata and Bread Crumbs

The creamy sweetness of the burrata is the perfect pairing for grilled peppers and the bread crumbs add just the right amount of crunch! The peppers are halved and grilled before being marinated in vinegar with garlic and spices. This is topped off with fresh burrata and sprinkled with homemade bread crumbs! 

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Grilled Marinated Peppers with Burrata and Bread Crumbs

7. Grilled Artichokes with Herby Lemon Aioli

This is a great recipe if you want to add some serious flavor to your grilled artichokes! The artichoke does need to be prepped before it can be grilled but the end result will make this effort worthwhile! Once the artichokes are grilled, they are served with an aioli made from grilled lemons, mayo, Fresno chile, garlic, and herbs! 

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Grilled Artichokes with Herby Lemon Aioli

8. Grilled Broccoli with Chile Garlic Honey

This recipe is going to show you just how flavorful and versatile broccoli can be! The broccoli is drizzled with oil and seasonings and then grilled. In the meantime, you simmer garlic and chile in honey until all the flavors are infused. Drizzle the broccoli with this sauce and enjoy!

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Grilled Broccoli with Chile Garlic Honey

9. Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Greek Yogurt Dressing 

Yes, you can grill sweet potatoes and they taste absolutely delicious when you do so! All you have to do is cut the potatoes into wedges, toss in oil and salt, and cook on the grill directly. As this is happening, whip up a yummy dressing by blending Greek yogurt with herbs and lemon juice! 

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Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Greek Yogurt Dressing

10. Grilled Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurri 

For this recipe you treat the cauliflower steaks like they are beef steaks! Rub the cauliflower steaks with oil and then drizzle with dry rub. Grill over indirect heat until each side is slightly charred. Then, pour the juice of grilled lemons over the steaks and serve with a homemade chimichurri sauce! 

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Grilled Cauliflower Steaks with Chimichurri

11. Grilled Tomatoes with Cheese 

Simple yet oh so delicious, this recipe is going to change the way that you eat tomatoes! The tomatoes are tossed in oil, smoked paprika, herbs, and other spices. It is then sprinkled with a mix of cheddar and parmesan cheese and grilled over indirect heat. 

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Grilled Tomatoes with Cheese

12. Grilled Green Beans with Smoked Paprika and Cumin 

These grilled beans are so incredibly flavorful you will be making them as sides for every cookout! Just remember that you will need a grill pan or basket to cook the beans on the grill. Toss the green beans with paprika and cumin before arranging on a pan or basket and then grill until each side is slightly charred. 

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Grilled Green Beans with Smoked Paprika and Cumin

13. Grilled Carrots with Jalapeno, Lime, and Cotija 

This Mexican-inspired recipe offers a brightened up version of grilled carrots! Season the carrots with oil and salt and grill until cooked all the way through. In the meantime, make up a sauce with lime juice, honey, jalapenos, and garlic. Drizzle this over the carrots and sprinkle cotija cheese over the top. 

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Grilled Carrots with Jalapeno, Lime, and Cotija

14. Grilled Brussel Sprouts Skewers 

Even people who don’t like brussel sprouts are sure to be won over by these grilled skewers! For this recipe, you toss the brussel sprouts in oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, and spices. Then, thread halves through skewers and grill on each side until they are done. Then squeeze some lemon, sprinkle with parmesan cheese, and serve! 

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Grilled Brussel Sprouts Skewers

15. Grilled Onion Steaks 

Grilled onions can be added to burgers or other grilled veggies to brighten up the flavors! The onions are cut into steaks and threaded through skewers. They are then brushed with a mix of ketchup, vinegar, honey, mustard, and rosemary. Then, grill on each side until done and then sprinkle fresh rosemary before serving! 

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Grilled Onion Steaks

16. Grilled Radishes 

Grilled radishes are a great option when you want to switch things up with your veggie sides! Here, the radishes are thinly sliced and seasoned with smoked salt, pepper, onions, and garlic. They are placed in foil packets and topped off with butter. The foil packets are wrapped and grilled until the radishes are done! 

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Grilled Radishes

17. Grilled Cabbage with Ginger Miso Dressing 

This is such a tangy and savory grilled cabbage dish, perfect for a summertime lunch! The cabbages are cut into wedges and are first grilled over direct heat before being moved to indirect heat. Once done, season and then serve with the homemade ginger miso dressing! 

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Grilled Cabbage with Ginger Miso Dressing

18. Grilled Baby Leeks with Romesco Sauce 

Grilled leeks are delicious all by themselves but this homemade romesco sauce takes things to another level! The leeks are brushed with oil and seasoned before being grilled on high until nice and charred. Then, serve with a sauce made from roasted hazelnuts, bread crumbs, almonds, garlic, tomatoes, and roasted red peppers! 

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Grilled Baby Leeks with Romesco Sauce

19. Grilled Bok Choy with Sweet Soy Glaze

Bok choy is ideal when you want something different, healthy, and delicious! The bok choy is oiled, seasoned, and seared over direct heat before being moved to indirect heat. In the meantime, simmer soy sauce, sake, sugar, garlic, onions, and scallions. Strain the solids and drizzle the sauce over the bok choy before serving!

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Grilled Bok Choy with Sweet Soy Glaze

20. Grilled Lettuce with Creamy Lemon Dressing 

Grilled romaine lettuce is the perfect way to add some magic to your salads. Here, the lettuce is brushed with oil and grilled on each side until slightly charred. This is drizzled with a dressing made from mayo, lemon juice and zest, garlic, and seasonings. Top the lettuce off with cooked and crumbled bacon as well as parmesan cheese! 

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Grilled Lettuce with Creamy Lemon Dressing

21. Grilled Beets 

The sweetness of the beets ensure a perfectly caramelized flavor that is balanced out by the savoriness of the pesto! You will need to bake the beets beforehand before slicing them and tossing them in balsamic vinegar, salt, and oil. They are grilled on each side and then drizzled with pesto!

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Grilled Beets

22. Grilled Mushroom and Halloumi Skewers 

In this recipe, the mushrooms and the halloumi add plenty of flavor and texture, ensuring that you only need the lightest dusting of seasoning here. The mushrooms and cubes of halloumi are alternatively threaded through the skewers. They are then marinated in a mix of oil, lemon juice, and thyme before they are grilled. Serve with some of the marinade. 

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Grilled Mushroom and Halloumi Skewers

23. Grilled Fennel 

Grilling fennel is a great way to add flavor to salads and other dishes! Trim and slice the fennel bulbs before grilling on each side until nice and cooked. Then, season with salt and pepper and serve with fresh rosemary! 

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Grilled Fennel

24. Grilled Butternut Squash with Browned Butter and Sage 

If you have just been roasting butternut squash up until now, you have to switch things up with this grilled butternut squash recipe! Start by making the browned butter sauce – melt and brown the butter before adding in sage and red pepper flakes. Then, hollow out, peel, and slice the squash. Brush the slices with the sauce and sprinkle with brown sugar. Then, grill on each side. Serve with more of the browned butter and sprinkle on some parmesan cheese! 

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Grilled Butternut Squash with Browned Butter and Sage

25. Grilled Kale 

Trying to find new fun ways to eat kale? This recipe is sure to be a winner! The kale is tossed in olive oil and salt before being placed on the grill. Make sure that each side has a good char before flipping. Take off the heat and serve! 

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Grilled Kale

26. Grilled Okra and Pepper Skewers with Dipping Sauce 

You might not have pegged okra for grilling but it is a wonderful option, providing the perfect balance between crispiness and juiciness! Thread whole okra and small sweet peppers through skewers and grill on each side. In the meantime, make the dipping sauce with dijon mustard, anchovy paste, mayo, lemon juice, and hot sauce. Serve with the skewers!

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Grilled Okra and Pepper Skewers with Dipping Sauce

27. Grilled Jalapeno Poppers 

Sure, you could grill jalapenos but it would be so much more fun to grill jalapeno poppers! The jalapenos are halved and scooped out. They are then filled with a variety of cheeses and seasonings. If you want to take your poppers to the next level, wrap each stuffed jalapeno half in bacon and grill! 

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Grilled Jalapeno Poppers

28. Grilled Potatoes 

Tired of roasted potatoes? Give this grilled potato recipe a try! Start by parboiling small red potatoes. Then, halve them and toss them in oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder before grilling the potatoes on each side! 

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Grilled Potatoes

29. Grilled Yellow Squash 

This grilled yellow squash is the perfect star of the show for a summer salad! Slice the squash and then toss it in oil, oregano, garlic and onion powder, and red pepper flakes. Then, arrange the rounds on the grill and cook on each side until slightly charred! 

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Grilled Yellow Squash

30. Garlicky Grilled Tomatoes 

These grilled tomatoes are so incredibly flavorful and taste amazing spread on grilled sourdough bread! Cut the tomatoes in halves or slices, season, and grill. In the meantime, simmer garlic, seasonings, and herbs in olive oil before stirring in parmesan cheese. Drizzle this over tomatoes and serve! 

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Garlicky Grilled Tomatoes

It doesn’t matter if you are looking for sides or want veggies to be the star of the show – these recipes will serve you well! These grilled veggie dishes are so good they could almost tempt you into going vegetarian! 

By Kristy J. Norton
I'm Kristy – a chef and connoisseur of all things BBQ! You can find me either in my kitchen (or someone else's) or at a big outdoor barbecue surrounded by friends and family. In both my professional and personal life I’ve picked up more than a few tips and tricks for turning out delicious food. I consider it a privilege to share it with others!
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