Take it veggie – vegetarian grilling: this is how you enjoy grilling without meat
Grilling is known to be an art and a lot of fun with family and friends. But who hasn't experienced it? As a vegetarian or vegan, you're often subjected to ridicule from meat-eaters. But grilling vegetarian food is not only incredibly delicious, but also healthy and sustainable. If you're only thinking of charred corn on the cob, you're wrong – we'll show you how versatile a plant-based diet can be on the grill!
What can be put on the grill?
When it comes to grilled vegetables, your imagination is unlimited. Classics like zucchini or eggplant slices are incredibly easy and always delicious to prepare. Mushrooms, peppers, onions, and green asparagus also make excellent grilled dishes. Important: Don't slice the vegetables too thinly to avoid burning or becoming mushy. Grilled cheese, feta cheese, fried eggs, and vegetarian burger patties are also ideal for grilling. Pineapple slices, bananas, or even pancakes are perfect for a delicious dessert. This way, you can easily conjure up a fantastic veggie meal!
Tip: You can also marinate vegetable slices in a variety of ways. From oil with garlic to a hearty, fiery piri-piri seasoning, with fresh herbs, or even more exotically with curry – the choice is yours. Experimenting is absolutely permitted! To ensure even distribution of the marinade, simply place the sliced vegetables in a freezer bag, add the marinade, and shake vigorously. Done! Stuffings for things like zucchini or mushrooms also make for a delicious change.
Bourgeois or not – the accessories
The same applies to vegetables as to grilling meat: fat or oil from the marinade should be avoided, if possible, by dripping into the embers or flames of the grill, as even protein-rich vegetable grilled foods or cheese can produce harmful substances. The grilled food should also not become too brown. To prevent this, grill baskets or grill plates are suitable. Another advantage: no vegetable slices slip through the grate. The baskets or plates can often even be cleaned in the dishwasher after grilling, making them very easy to care for. For sustainability reasons, it is best to avoid using aluminum trays.
Vegetable skewers are also a visual highlight. Mushrooms, bell peppers, or zucchini are particularly good options. But be careful: cheese or soft vegetables like cherry peppers easily slip off the skewer during cooking.
The right grill
The fact is: You can also cook vegetables quickly and smoke-free with a gas grill. Small, cartridge-powered models are particularly practical for on-the-go use, as they're lightweight and can be used anywhere without electricity. Many gas grills offer a grill grate as well as a ridged grill plate, ideal for vegetables. Plancha grills are also perfect for gently preparing veggies.
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