Grilled Vegetables
Ingredients
- 1 lb. fresh asparagus, trimmed
- 3 small carrots, cut in half lengthwise (or 12 mini carrots)
- 1 large sweet red pepper, cut into 1-inch chunks
- 1 medium yellow squash, cut into 1/2-inch slices
- 1 medium red onion, cut into wedges
- 1/4. t. course black pepper
- salt to taste
- 1/2 t. balsamic vinegar
Marinade
- 1/4 c. olive oil
- 2 Tbls. honey
- 1 Tbls. balsamic vinegar
- 1 t. dried oregano
- 1/2 t. garlic powder
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the oil, honey, 1 Tbls. balsamic vinegar, oregano and garlic powder.
Pour 3 Tbls. marinade into a large re-sealable plastic bag; add the vegetables. Seal bag and turn to coat; refrigerate for 1-1/2 hours.
Cover and refrigerate remaining marinade.
Place vegetables on a grilling grid. Transfer to grill rack.
Grill, covered, over medium heat for about 20 minutes, or until tender-crisp, stirring periodically.
Transfer to a large serving platter or bowl.
Combine reserved marinade and remaining 1/2 t. balsamic vinegar; drizzle over vegetables.
Sprinkle with salt and pepper before serving.
NOTE: Use good balsamic (18 year or older)