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    Published: May 14, 2019 · Modified: Jan 5, 2023 by Pam

    Veggie Foil Packs on the Grill

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    Veggie foil packs are great for throwing on the grill while the meat cooks. Versatile and healthy, they make cooking your whole meal outside a breeze.

    Veggie Foil Packs on the grill make it a snap to cook your whole meal outdoors

    “Veggie foil packs” are actually known around here as “hobo packs.” I believe they originated with scouting as an easy way for young scouts to prepare a hearty meal over their campfire.

    Of course, if meat is included you would truly have an entire meal in one little package of aluminum foil, but we like to just use vegetables to make a healthy and delicious side dish.

    Our favorite combination is zucchini and yellow squash, with optional additions of tomatoes and/or onions. The recipe below is written that way, but versatility is the real beauty of veggie foil packs.

    Additional vegetables that would be good are below, but you can get creative – use whatever is fresh in your garden or at the farmers market.

    Veggie Foil Packs on the grill make it a snap to cook your whole meal outdoors

    Vegetables that are great in foil packets:

    • green beans
    • peppers
    • yellow squash
    • zucchini
    • tomatoes
    • eggplant
    • broccoli
    • carrots
    • corn

    Really, that list could go on and on.

    Veggie Foil Packs on the grill make it a snap to cook your whole meal outdoors

    How to season veggie foil packs:

    We like to use an Italian twist for our squash – you know the drill — oregano, basil, maybe a dab of pesto, etc. But again, this is what makes these cook-outdoor sides so much fun; Season them however you like!

    Does your family like a spicy kick? Sprinkle on some cayenne pepper. Go for whatever makes you and yours happy!

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    Veggie Foil Packs on the grill make it a snap to cook your whole meal outdoors

    Tips for making great veggie packs:

    • keep portions small – 1 or 2 servings per pack
    • leave some air space above the veggies in the pack for shaking
    • serve with a slotted spoon if your vegetables produce water
    • cook with the grill covered if possible
    • undercooked is better than overcooked – you can always put them back on the fire

    These aluminum foil sheets would be just right for individual servings.

    Perfect to go with grilled meats:

    Meat on the grill will typically take longer than vegetables, so just have your foil packs ready to throw on as the meat comes off to rest and the grill is hot. Our go-to grilled meat recipes are Bourbon Glazed Cajun Beef Tenderloin and Barbecue Pork, but you may have your own favorites.

    Need a starchy side to round out the meal? Our Iron Skillet Potatoes are designed to be cooked on the grill too. Boom! Truly an entire meal is cooked outside.

    Veggie Foil Packs on the grill make it a snap to cook your whole meal outdoors
    Veggie Foil Packs on the grill make it a snap to cook your whole meal outdoors

    Veggie Foil Packs

    Toss Veggie Foil Packs on the grill when the meat is done. It’s a great way to cook your entire meal outside. 
    5 from 3 votes
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    Servings 4 people

    Ingredients
      

    • 2.5 cups zucchini slices
    • 2.5 cups yellow squash slices
    • 1 cup tomatoes cut into bite sized pieces
    • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • 2 Tablespoons fresh herbs, chopped
    • ¼ cup onions, chopped optional
    • ½ clove garlic, chopped optional

    Instructions
     

    • Toss all ingredients together in bowl. 
    • Divide in ½ and place each half in an approximately 13×18 inch piece of aluminum foil. Fold closed, leaving air space above vegetables.
    • Cook over medium grill about 5 minutes and then shake gently.
    • Cook additional 5 minutes. 
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    Leave us a comment and let us know how you make this recipe your own. What veggies are you using? What’s your favorite way to season? We’d love to hear from you.

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    Categories: Grilled & Smoked Tags: side dish

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    1. Beth Pierce says

      May 14, 2019 at 12:44 pm

      5 stars
      Made this last night and they turned out perfect! I will have to keep this on hand for this summer!

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      • Pam says

        May 14, 2019 at 12:58 pm

        Great, Beth. Thank you!

        Reply
    2. Cookilicious says

      May 14, 2019 at 12:56 pm

      Yum!! I could toss them over rice and enjoy a hearty meal!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        May 14, 2019 at 12:59 pm

        Sounds good to us. Thanks!

        Reply
    3. Tawnie Kroll says

      May 14, 2019 at 1:14 pm

      5 stars
      This was so fun and yummy – I made for my family over the weekend and everyone loved it!

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      • Pam says

        May 14, 2019 at 1:37 pm

        Great! Thanks for letting us know, Tawnie.

        Reply
    4. Soniya says

      May 14, 2019 at 1:34 pm

      This looks and sounds so delicious! Perfect for summer BBQ cookouts! I am definitely trying this with grilled salmon this weekend 🙂 Thanks for the recipe

      Reply
      • Pam says

        May 14, 2019 at 1:37 pm

        It really is great when you’ve got the grill going. Thanks, Soniya!

        Reply
    5. Julia says

      May 19, 2019 at 11:02 am

      5 stars
      I could eat foil packs all summer long. Yours look just perfect!

      Reply
      • Pam says

        May 20, 2019 at 1:43 pm

        Thanks so much, Julia!

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