Description
Grilled Zucchini Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer meals. This delightful salad features tender, charred zucchini paired with juicy tomatoes and creamy mozzarella, all drizzled with a homemade red wine vinaigrette. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue, enjoying a picnic, or seeking a healthy weeknight dinner option, this easy-to-make salad is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound zucchini (about 3 medium)
- 6 ounces tomato (e.g., vine-ripe or heirloom)
- ½ pint colorful cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- Fresh basil leaves
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 2 teaspoons sugar-free maple syrup
- 1 ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- ⅛ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the zucchini by trimming ends and slicing into ½-inch thick rounds. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Preheat your grill pan over medium-high heat and brush lightly with oil. Grill zucchini in batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until charred.
- Season grilled zucchini with salt and set aside to cool.
- Whisk together vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl until emulsified.
- Assemble salad by layering grilled zucchini, sliced tomatoes, and mozzarella on a serving dish. Drizzle with vinaigrette and top with torn basil.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 25mg