Description
This Grilled Asparagus & Zucchini Salad is bursting with flavor thanks to fresh vegetables and a delightful dressing. It’s quick to make and a healthy option for any meal, offering a satisfying crunch and vibrant taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb asparagus, ends trimmed
- 2 medium zucchini, ends trimmed, cut in half lengthwise and cut into spears
- 2 tablespoons 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 the asparagus and zucchini. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper; toss well to coat.
- Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the asparagus and zucchini on the grill, with the cut side of the zucchini facing down.
- Grill the asparagus for 6 to 8 minutes until charred but bright green, turning once. Grill the zucchini for 3 to 4 minutes on each side until tender and marked by the grill.
- Remove the grilled vegetables and allow them to cool to room temperature; then chop them into 1-inch pieces.
- To prepare the dressing, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, minced shallot, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, and some salt and pepper in a small bowl.
- In a serving bowl, toss together the butter lettuce, grilled asparagus, grilled zucchini, sliced green onions, crumbled feta, chopped pistachios, dill, and basil. Drizzle with the dressing and gently mix. Garnish with lemon zest before serving.
Notes
Make sure the grill is properly heated for an even char on the vegetables.
Feel free to add more herbs or nuts based on your preference for extra flavor and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg