Description
Discover the vibrant flavors of summer with this Grilled Zucchini Salad, a light and refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. This salad boasts tender, char-grilled zucchini paired with juicy tomatoes and creamy mozzarella, all drizzled with a homemade red apple vinegar vinaigrette that enhances every bite. Whether served as a side at picnics or as a main course for a light dinner, this recipe is versatile and customizable to suit your palate. With its low-carb profile and fresh ingredients, it’s not just delicious—it’s also healthy! Enjoy the burst of seasonal flavors while keeping your meals light and satisfying.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound zucchini
- 6 ounces tomatoes (variety of choice)
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 8–10 fresh basil leaves
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red apple 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
- Slice zucchini into ½-inch rounds and pat dry using paper towels.
- Preheat a grill pan over medium-high heat; brush with olive oil.
- Grill zucchini in batches for 2-3 minutes per side until charred. Season with salt after grilling.
- Combine vinaigrette ingredients in a bowl or jar; whisk or shake until emulsified.
- Arrange grilled zucchini on a plate, top with sliced tomatoes and mozzarella. Drizzle with vinaigrette and garnish with torn basil before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 24mg