Following are the fruits and vegetables grilled by Master Gardeners at the Waxahachie Farmers’ Market Grillfest:
Okra
Washed but not trimmed- skewered together in a “raft” for ease of turning on grill.
Grill then season with a mix of Garlic Powder, Salt, Course-ground black pepper and parsley.
Carrots
Cut diagonally at ½” and slightly parboil before grilling
Season after grilling with Citrus Pesto:
- Juice and zest of one each: lemon, lime, grapefruit and orange
- Lemon Balm – 1 cup packed leaves
- ½ Cup Olive oil
- 1 cup Pepitas roasted and salted
Pineapple
Place rings on grill and brush with Ginger Butter:
- Ginger paste 3 tsp
- Light brown sugar 1 cup
- Melted butter ½ cup, browned
Tomatoes
Slice to ½” slices
Season with
- Basil 1 cup chopped
- Oregano 1 cup chopped
- Freshly grated parmesan 1 cup
- Pinch smoked salt
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