This might be the last time you get to break out the grill in 2012, so take full advantage! If summer squash and zucchini have been mysteriously showing up on your doorstep as gardening neighbors do their best to unload the last of their harvests, don’t fret. This is a classic throw-together dish that can’t even really be called a recipe because it’s so simple. Simply perfect to go along with anything. If you have one of those snazzy non-stick grill toppers for veggies, then it’s even easier.
1. Cut squash into spears
2. In a large dish, toss together squash, a generous drizzle of olive oil, onion slices, some garlic if you feel like it, salt, pepper and chopped rosemary. Add a squeeze of lemon juice. Grill over medium-high heat until nicely caramelized on all sides; flip or rotate as appropriate.
3. Serve with grilled meat or fish. Or cut it up and toss it into pasta. Leftovers are great for an egg scramble the next day–sprinkle with parmesan cheese for extra umami punch.
4. Eat outside…it’s probably our last chance to do it this year.
Sigh…good-bye summer! It’s been a joy. And thank you for not short-changing the Pacific Northwest this year, our garden is especially appreciative.