There’s nothing like the sweet smell of Grilled Vegetables floating through the backyard air. Balsamic Grilled Zucchini and Mushrooms is one of our favorite grilled vegetable recipes because it’s so easy. This is even easier than Grilled Vegetable Skewers and takes just 10 minutes to prepare.
If you haven’t tried a vegetable grill basket, I think you will love it! It simplifies grilling sides like these Shrimp Fajitas – so you can enjoy those smoky flavors and smaller sliced ingredients don’t fall through the grates.
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The BEST Grilled Vegetables:
Juicy grilled zucchini and squash with crisp snap peas, tender sweet onions and beefy mushrooms. Coated in the easiest light balsamic marinade, this has become our go-to recipe for grilling vegetables in Summer.
For a larger crowd, we double the recipe, whip out 2 grilling baskets at once and make a big grilled vegetable platter. It’s so healthy, and always gets rave reviews. My cousin’s wife, Katya shared this recipe with me years ago and it has been a favorite grilling side ever since. I hope you all enjoy it!
How to Use a Grill Basket:
A grill basket can save space on your grill grates and keeps smaller items from falling through the grates. Use a grilling basket the same way you would use a skillet, except it’s over a grill. You will want to:
- Oil the grilling basket
- Preheat the grilling basket on the grill to prevent sticking (10 minutes with cover closed)
- Cut up vegetables to a similar thickness so they are done at the same time
How to Make Easy Grilled Vegetables:
- Preheat your grill to med/high (400˚F). Lightly oil a grill basket.
- Slice vegetables to about equal thickness and place in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate bowl, stir together marinade ingredients then drizzle over vegetables and toss to combine. Marinate 10 minutes.
- Meanwhile, lightly oil a grilling basket and preheat basket on the grill for 10 minutes.
- Transfer vegetables to the hot basket and grill 10-12 minutes, tossing a few times. Transfer to a serving platter.
Our Most Popular Grilling Recipes:
These are our favorite grilling recipes – the ones we make over and over all summer long. If you love to barbecue, this list is gold!
- Classic Juicy Burgers – restaurant style
- Grilled Shrimp Skewers – the glaze is awesome!
- Easy Grilled Corn on the Cob – with the best butter
- Grilled Salmon – with garlic lime butter
- BBQ Chicken Breast – tender and juicy
- Salmon Skewers – with lemon
Watch Natasha Make Grilled Veggies:
I hope this grilled vegetable recipe becomes a new favorite for you. The marinade is versatile so you can change it up and try it on your favorite veggies.
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Balsamic Grilled Vegetables

Ingredients
- 1 medium green zucchini, sliced into 1/3" thick rings
- 1 medium yellow squash, sliced into 1/3" thick rings
- 1/2 lb baby bella mushrooms, halved or quartered if large
- 8 oz snap peas
- 1/2 large onion, cut into 1/2" wide by 1" long slices.
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 tsp sea salt, or season to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, or to taste
Instructions
- Preheat your grill to med/high (400˚F). Oil a grilling basket.
- Place all of your sliced veggies into a large mixing bowl.
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together: 1/4 cup olive oil, 3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper. Drizzle marinade over sliced veggies and toss to evenly coat. Marinate 10 minutes at room temperature.
- Preheat grill basket for 10 minutes with the grill cover on.
- Place all of your vegetables in hot grilling basket (discard excess marinade) and barbecue at 400˚F for 10 to 12 minutes or until veggies are tender, tossing a few times to ensure even cooking and caramelizing. Transfer to a platter and garnish with fresh parsley, chives, or even basil if desired.
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This recipe was first published in 2014. We added snap peas to the recipe, filmed a video and rephotographed. The flavor profile is the same with that excellent balsamic marinade. Here is the original photo:
Hi Natasha! I am obsessed with your tasty dishes! Which outdoor grill would you recommend? Gas or charcoal? Which brand or some tips for selecting a suitable good grill?
Thank you! I use this outdoor grill
This looks delicious. Can you tell me where you got your grilling basket from please?
Hi Lisa, we have a couple of them now. Here is the grill basket we use.
I use a plastic gallon bag to marinate my vegetables. I lay them flat and the marinade gets on them more thoroughly than it does in a bowl. Love your recipes!
Thank you for sharing!
Looks delicious. What is the best way to clean a grilling basket after it gets so dirty on the grill.
Hi Linda, most of the grilling baskets of dishwasher safe. It’s recommended that you clean first with hot water, soap and a non-abrasive sponge before putting it in the dishwasher. It’s normal that the basket won’t’ look shiny and brand new anymore after being on the grill, but that doesn’t change the effectiveness of the basket.
Love your recipes, greetings from Belgium!
Aww that’s so awesome! Thank you for sharing that with me Wilma!
Love, love, this recipe. Most delicious!!!!!! Often add red and green peppers. Thanks for the recipe.
You’re so welcome Lena, I’m so glad you enjoyed that!
I added red and green capsicum and egg plant. Now I think I have enough to feed an army. Bit worried about the egg plant as I believe you have to salt it first. I am going to roast it as I dont have a big grilling basket. Will see howit turns out
We look forward to your feedback! I hope you love this recipe Rosey!
Hello, Can I make this on electric grill?
Hi Dottie! I haven’t tested that but I think it could work. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe.
I make these all year round. In the oven, line 13 x 9 pan with parchment paper for easy clean up. Roast at 400 for about 20 minutes. Delicious!
That’s so great! Thank you for sharing that with us Joan!
Thank you for sharing!
I have made this many times over the last month. Excellent way to get your vegetables!! I never liked zucchini before now I’m eating it done this way and loving it – and my husband is doing the cooking ! How great is that?? Thank you !
Nancy Belwood Ontario
Awww that’s the best! Thank you so much for sharing that with me.
Delicious. My guests couldn’t stop talking about it!
I am so happy to hear that!! Thank you for sharing your wonderful review!
Literally theeeee best veggies I ever made!!! My husband doesn’t care for zucchini or squash because of texture so I substituted with peppers and broccoli. It was delicious!!
I’m so happy to hear that! Thank you for sharing your great review Natalia!
Grilled this last night. I loved the combination of veggies and the flavor of the marinade. This is another “keeper”, Natasha.
I’m so happy you enjoyed that Nancy!!
You are just adorable and I love all of your recipes !
You’re so nice! Thank you, Donna!
Could these be done in a slow cooker?
Hi Cathie! I have not tested that in a slow cooker so I cannot advise. I imagine they will release a lot of water in the slow cooker and cook down quite a bit. If you experiment, let me know how you liked the recipe
can you use balsamic glaze instead of balsamic vinegar
Hi Linda, I have only made this with balsamic vinegar. I haven’t experimented with the glaze. I wonder if that might be a little too sweet which can burn easier on the grill. If you experiment, let me know how it goes.
So delicious, thank you!
You’re so welcome Lori! I’m happy you enjoyed that!
Love easy vegetable sides for the grill. And the balsamic flavor is spot on!
We love the balsamic in this recipe! Thank you for that awesome review Aimee!
This is our easy, go-to summer side dish.
Isn’t it the best for summer! Thank you for that awesome review!
Oh I love this! One pot of delicious veggies.
We love it too! I’m so happy you enjoyed that!