Description
Grilled Zucchini Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish perfect for summer meals and gatherings. This easy-to-make salad features tender, charred zucchini, fresh mozzarella, and a medley of colorful tomatoes, all tossed with a homemade red wine vinaigrette. Ready in under 30 minutes, it’s not only delicious but also low in carbs, making it an excellent choice for those following a keto lifestyle. The combination of fresh ingredients creates a delightful burst of flavor in every bite, making it suitable as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. Customize it with your favorite veggies or proteins for added variety. Enjoy this healthy salad at barbecues, picnics, or as part of your weekly meal prep!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound zucchini
- 6 ounces ripe tomatoes (or 2 medium vine-ripe tomatoes)
- ½ pint colorful cherry tomatoes
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese
- 8–10 fresh basil leaves
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves
- 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 circles. Pat dry with paper towels.
- Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat and grill the zucchini for 2-3 minutes per side until charred. Season with salt.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together dressing ingredients until emulsified.
- Assemble the salad by layering grilled zucchini, sliced tomatoes, mozzarella on a serving plate. Drizzle with vinaigrette and top with torn basil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 20mg