The Recipe · No.878 · Grilled Vegetables

Grilled Vegetables, and Where to Source It

Cut them thick and leave them to char before moving. Thick planks won't slip through the grate or fall apart, and letting each side sit undisturbed gives you the smoky char marks — flip too soon or too often and they steam pale and stick.

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Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep10 min
Cook15 min
Makes4 servings
CuisineAmerican
Greedometer ●●●●● Angel food Level Easy
About as virtuous as dinner gets.
Cook it with
Grill
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VeganGluten-free
Straight Answers
Can you make Grilled Vegetables in an air fryer? — Sometimes

Sometimes — if the pieces are small and cooked dry, an air fryer can handle it in a single layer; anything saucy or liquid needs a pan. When in doubt, the stovetop or oven is the safe call.

Can you freeze Grilled Vegetables? — Yes

Yes — cool it, portion into airtight containers, and freeze; thaw in the fridge and reheat.

Can you make Grilled Vegetables ahead of time? — Partly

The components hold — prep the parts ahead and finish it close to serving for the best texture.

Is Grilled Vegetables gluten-free? — Yes

Yes — nothing in this recipe as written contains gluten. As always, glance at the labels on any packaged items (broth, sauces, chocolate), since brands vary.

Is Grilled Vegetables vegan? — Yes

Yes — no meat, seafood, dairy, egg, or honey in it as written.

Part One
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 4 servings
Mixed vegetables
Zucchini, peppers, eggplant, onion, asparagus — cut into thick planks. Fresh, bought local.
2 lb
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Olive oil
Toss to coat so they char instead of drying. A fruity extra-virgin.
1/4 cup
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Salt, lemon, herbs
Salt, a squeeze of lemon or vinegar, and herbs to finish. A flaky salt.
to taste
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One list, with a link to where to buy each one.
Part Two
The Method
  1. PrepCut the vegetables into thick planks or wedges and toss with oil and salt.
  2. CharGrill over medium-high, leaving each side to mark before turning.
  3. FinishPull when tender and charred; finish with lemon, herbs, and flaky salt.
Part Three
The Toolkit

Grill · Tongs · Mixing bowl

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