Description
This Grilled Asparagus & Zucchini Salad offers a burst of flavor with fresh vegetables, a zesty dressing, and a delightful mix of toppings, making it an ideal choice for a healthy meal or a quick dinner option.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed
- 2 medium zucchini, ends trimmed, cut in half lengthwise and cut into spears
- 1 tablespoon olive oil, for tossing
- kosher salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 small shallot, minced
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- kosher salt and pepper, to taste
- 4 cups chopped butter lettuce
- 3 green onions, sliced
- 1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/3 cup chopped pistachios
- 1/4 cup chopped dill
- 1/4 cup chopped basil
- lemon zest, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine asparagus and zucchini, drizzle with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Toss well to coat.
- Preheat the grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Place the vegetables on the grill, cut side of zucchini facing down. Grill asparagus for 6-8 minutes until charred but bright green, turning once. Grill zucchini for 3-4 minutes on each side until tender with grill marks.
- Remove grilled vegetables and let them cool on a cutting board. Once cooled, cut into 1-inch pieces.
- To make the dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, shallot, dijon mustard, honey, garlic, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a large serving bowl, mix chopped butter lettuce with grilled asparagus, zucchini, green onions, feta, pistachios, dill, and basil. Drizzle with dressing and toss the salad gently. Garnish with lemon zest and serve.
Notes
Feel free to substitute other vegetables based on your preference.
This salad can be served warm, cold or at room temperature, making it versatile for any occasion.
Add a protein like grilled chicken or chickpeas for a heartier meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 21g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
