Summer is here, and it’s the perfect time to fire up the grill and enjoy the freshest produce straight from your Rise Garden. Whether you’re hosting a cookout or enjoying a family dinner, these three recipes will elevate your grilling game and showcase the vibrant flavors of your homegrown veggies.
Grilled Veggie Skewers
- Ingredients:
- Cherry tomatoes
- Bell peppers
- Zucchini
- Red onion
- Olive oil
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh basil from your Rise Garden
- Instructions:
- Cut bell peppers, zucchini, and red onion into bite-sized pieces.
- Thread the veggies onto skewers, alternating colors for a beautiful presentation.
- Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill on medium-high heat for about 10 minutes, turning occasionally, until veggies are tender and slightly charred.
- Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.
Grilled Herb-Marinated Eggplant
- Ingredients:
- Eggplants
- Olive oil
- Fresh rosemary and thyme from your Rise Garden
- Garlic
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
- Instructions:
- Slice eggplants into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
- Mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped rosemary, thyme, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Brush the mixture onto both sides of the eggplant slices.
- Grill on medium heat for about 5 minutes per side, until grill marks appear and the eggplant is tender.
- Serve hot, garnished with a sprig of fresh rosemary.
Grilled Romaine Hearts
- Ingredients:
- Romaine hearts
- Olive oil
- Parmesan cheese
- Fresh parsley from your Rise Garden
- Lemon juice
- Salt and pepper
- Instructions:
- Cut romaine hearts in half lengthwise.
- Brush the cut sides with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill cut-side down on medium-high heat for 2-3 minutes, until lightly charred.
- Remove from the grill, drizzle with lemon juice, and sprinkle with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley.
- Serve immediately as a crisp, smoky salad.
With these simple and delicious recipes, your Rise Garden produce will shine on the grill. Enjoy the flavors of summer with every bite!
