Grilled Zucchini Salad with Mediterranean Dressing
“This grilled zucchini salad with Mediterranean salad dressing is the perfect side dish. I also like to add summer squash, when it’s in season, for a variation, or crumbled goat cheese when I want creaminess.” —Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Servings | Prep Time |
4servings | 20minutes |
Servings | Prep Time |
4servings | 20minutes |
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup olive oil divided
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped red onion
- 3 tbsp minced fresh mint
- 2 tbsp minced fresh parsley
- 1 medium lemon juiced and zested
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 3 tbsp pine nuts toasted
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Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine zucchini and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add salt and pepper; toss to coat. Transfer to a grill wok or open grill basket; place on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat until zucchini is crisp-tender, 5-10 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Transfer zucchini to a serving bowl; sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and red onion. When cooled slightly, sprinkle with mint, parsley, lemon juice and zest and feta cheese. Stir gently. Sprinkle with pine nuts before serving.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts 1 cup: 220 calories, 20g fat (3g saturated fat), 5mg cholesterol, 252mg sodium, 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, 3g fibre), 5g protein.