Cider-Grilled Fennel, Apples and Zucchini

A delicious combination of grilled vegetables makes for a healthy, filling side dish.

Makes: 4 servings
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Recipe Created By: Mary Carter
Featured In: Tennessee Home & Farm

Ingredients

  • 1 large fennel bulb
  • 1 large honeycrisp apple
  • 2 medium-sized or 3 small zucchini
  • 3 tablespoons avocado* or canola oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon celery salt
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • ¼ cup apple cider

*Avocado oil is gaining popularity for high-temperature cooking. It has a high flash point and very mild flavor.

Instructions

  1. Cut vegetables into 1- to 2-inch chunks. Reserve the light and feathery fennel leaves.
  2. Combine remaining ingredients to create baste.
  3. Place veggies and apples on a grate. Grill over medium coals, basting and turning often. Cook to al dente texture, about 20 minutes.
  4. Cut into bite-sized pieces, and toss in chopped fennel leaves. Serve warm.

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