Grilled Garlic-Marinated Baby Zucchini

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 4-5 whole fresh garlic cloves
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (more for sprinkling)
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)
• 1 lb baby zucchini (ends trimmed and do not slice)

Directions

1. 1

   In a blender blend oil with garlic cloves, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt and black pepper.

2. 2

   Using a fork or a wooden skewer pierce holes all over the zucchini.

3. 3

   Place in a glass shallow dish (I use my 11 x 7-inch baking dish to marinate).

4. 4

   Pour the oil over all over the zucchini then turn with hands to coat.

5. 5

   Allow to stand for 1-2 hours at room temperature.

6. 6

   Heat grill to medium-high heat.

7. 7

   Grill zucchini until tender and golden in spots turning occasionally (this should take about 6-7 minutes).

8. 8

   Transfer to serving plate then sprinkle with a little kosher salt.

9. 9

   Delicious!