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grilled zucchini salad in a serving bowl

Grilled Zucchini Salad Recipe

5 from 4 votes
This grilled zucchini salad is a delicious mixture of grilled zucchini, grilled charred corn, fresh tomatoes, onion and goat cheese. All that fresh produce is tossed in a basil vinaigrette. Zucchini and grilling just go together this time of year and this summer salad is the perfect side dish for backyard barbecues.
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Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time12 minutes
Total Time27 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Author: Molly Thompson

INGREDIENTS

Grilled Zucchini Salad

  • 2 large zucchini sliced in half lengthwise
  • 2 ears of corn
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes sliced in half
  • 1/4 large red onion sliced into small pieces
  • 1 large avocado diced
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 4 ounces feta cheese or goat cheese

Basil Vinaigrette

  • 1/4 cup avocado oil or olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 3 teaspoons dijon
  • 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Spread olive oil or avocado oil on each half of the zucchini and both ears of corn then sprinkle them with kosher salt.
    2 large zucchini, 2 ears of corn
  • Heat the grill to medium high (400°F) and place the corn and the zucchini, cut side down, on the grill. Cook the corn on all four sides for 4 minutes each (12 minutes total) and cook the zucchini on both sides for 6 minutes each (12 minutes total). Remove the zucchini and corn from the grill to a cutting and allow to cool slightly.
  • Add all of the ingredients to a jar with a lid and shake well to combine or stir them all together in a tall measuring glass. Set aside.
    1/4 cup avocado oil or olive oil, 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons honey, 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, 3 teaspoons dijon, 1/4 cup fresh chopped basil
  • Remove the the corn from the cob and transfer it to a large serving bowl. Slice the zucchini into half moons and add it to the corn with the rest of the ingredients.
    1 pint cherry tomatoes, 1/4 large red onion, 1 large avocado, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 4 ounces feta cheese
  • Drizzle e dressing over the veggies and stir well to combine. Serve with additional fresh basil.

Recipe Equipment

Grill

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 245kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 6.1g | Fat: 17.6g | Cholesterol: 8.7mg | Sodium: 473mg | Fiber: 3.1g | Sugar: 10.1g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 12.7mg
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