Grilling Your Garden: Thirteen Tips For Perfect Grilled Fruits and Vegetables
For good nutrition to go along with that great outdoor flavor, look no further than your own garden or green grocer. Grilling is an ideal way to cook fruits and vegetables because there is minimal loss of nutrients.
You don’t need a green thumb to grill perfect produce – here are a few helpful hints.
Start fresh
Choose fruits and vegetables that are ripe and ready to eat. Under-ripe or overly mature produce won’t work on the grill.
Wash just before using For the freshest possible produce, it is best to refrigerate fruits and vegetables unwashed. But be sure to wash and pat dry before grilling.
Smaller is better
Cut fruits and vegetables into small bite-sized pieces. This will help to reduce cooking time and ensure the proper level of doneness.
Take their temperature
For the best results, bring fruits and vegetables to room temperature before grilling.
Add a splash of oil Brush fruits and vegetables (except corn) lightly with oil, melted butter or your favorite marinade or oil-based dressing for added flavor and to...