North American Grilled Veggies Day
About North American Grilled Veggies Day
When is Grilled Veggies Day? This holiday is always celebrated on August 23
What’s for dinner tonight!? Today is North American Grilled Veggies Day. Also called Grilled Vegetables Day, this August 23 holiday is a grilled culinary delight. Chances are, you’re grilling a hot dog, a burger, barbecuing a chicken, or some other meat tonight. So, adding some fresh vegetables to the grill is easy. And, cooking outdoors keeps the heat out of the kitchen. You just have to decide what vegetable to cook on the grill. The answer is whatever one you want. You can grill all veggies.
It’s late summer in North America. As we creep closer and closer to Fall, the garden harvest is in full swing. Most of us are harvesting far more vegetables than we can possibly consume. So, we look for any way we can cook up more of them. Enter the world of grilling vegetables. You can grill almost any vegetable that comes out of your garden. And, grilled veggies are so delicious!
This holiday is best enjoyed if you’re grilling vegetables fresh-picked right out of your garden. But, if you don’t have a garden, don’t let that stop you from savoring every minute of this healthy day. Rather, go to the grocery store, or a farm market. Then, select a wide variety of veggies to take home and grill up.
North American Grilled Veggies Day is Good for Your Health
While some vegetables are better than others, all vegetables are good for your health. In general, vegetables are low in calories, cholesterol, and sugar. Most vegetables are high in fiber. And, they are low in fat, too. With all that goodness packed into vegetables, we all should increase our consumption of them. Grilling them adds flavor and variety. As a result, we eat more of them for a healthier you!
In your search for a healthier you, eating more vegetables is a great first step. In addition to grilling vegetables, you can grill most fruits, too. Grilled apple rings and pineapple come to mind. But, don’t stop there. Try other seasonal fruits. You will not regret it. Like vegetables, the smoky flavor added to fruit is a summertime treat.
What Vegetables Can You Grill?
When we think about grilling veggies, we sometimes get into a rut. We grill the same vegetables over and over again. That’s not a bad thing. But it can get boring. Zucchini, squash, peppers, corn, and onions are usually at the top of the grilling list. However, we’d like to expand your list. You can grill most vegetables. Here are just a few examples:
- Can you grill tomatoes? Sure you can! There’s a recipe for that.
- Can you grill romaine lettuce? Absolutely! There’s a recipe for that, too. As a matter of fact, you can grill any greens.
- Are pumpkins a candidate for your grill? Indeed, they are! There’s a recipe for that.
- Can you grill pea pods? Yes, you can. There’s a recipe for that.
- You might think you can’t grill sweet peas because they are too tiny. Just grill them in a basket or a cast iron skillet. You’ll love the smoky taste.
- Don’t forget that potatoes are a vegetable, too. There are many ways to grill them. May we suggest Campfire Foil Potatoes.
In conclusion, you can grill any vegetable. If you need a recipe, simply do an internet search. You will find countless recipes.
How to Celebrate North American Grilled Veggies Day
Here are a few ideas on how to celebrate North American Grilled Veggies Day:
- Grill up your favorite vegetables and chow down.
- Try a vegetable you’ve never put on the grill before.
- Find a new recipe for grilling them.
- Try a new marinade or basting oil.
- Have a backyard party. In addition to vegetables, cook everything on the menu on the grill. Yes, fruits, too.
- Trade grilling recipes with family and friends.
- Don’t forget to post pictures of your grilled veggies onto social media.
Today's Quote
“Vegetables are a must on a diet. I suggest carrot cake, zucchini bread, and pumpkin pie.” – – Jim Davis
History and Origin of North American Grilled Veggies Day
This is a brand-new holiday. Bob Matthews, owner of HolidayInsights.com created this holiday in 2024. According to Matthews, this holiday needed to be created. In addition to owning this holiday website, Matthews is an avid, lifetime gardener. He says many vegetables are coming out of the garden in August. And, peak grilling season is now, too. People need every possible way to use them. So, grilling some of them only makes sense.
Why include “North America” in the title? Simply because it is currently the peak harvest time for most vegetables in home gardens and farms everywhere in North America. Among the avid fans of this special holiday are home gardeners and vegetarians. But, everyone else can celebrate and fully enjoy his holiday, too. Just roll out your grill, grab some fresh veggies and a marinade. Then, put on your apron and get grillin’!
This Day in History
Here are some things that happened on this day:
- Mount Vesuvius begins to stir on the feast day of Vulcan, the Roman god of fire. It erupts the next day. (79 D.D.)
- “Gasoline Alley” comic strip premieres. (1919)
- Barbara Eden, actress “I Dream of Jeannie” was born on this day in 1931.
Related Holidays
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History and Origin of North American Grilled Veggies Day
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