Grilled Vegetable Salad with Cilantro Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this vibrant Grilled Vegetable Salad with Cilantro Dressing, a feast of smoky, charred zucchini, bell peppers, eggplant, and red onion tossed with crisp mixed greens. The real standout here is the zesty cilantro dressing—a blend of fresh herbs, tangy lime juice, a touch of honey, and optional jalapeño for an extra kick. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this versatile salad is perfect as a refreshing main course or a flavorful side dish. It's a must-try recipe for anyone who loves healthy, plant-forward meals with bold, fresh flavors. Serve it at your next summer BBQ or enjoy it as a meal-prep masterpiece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 medium bell pepper (red, yellow, or orange)
- 1 medium eggplant
- 1 large red onion
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 cup (packed) fresh cilantro
- 3 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 unit jalapeño (optional)
- 4 cups mixed salad greens
Instructions
Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Slice the zucchini and eggplant into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Cut the bell peppers into large strips, and slice the red onion into thick rounds, keeping the rings intact.
In a large bowl, toss the vegetables with 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to coat evenly.
Grill the vegetables for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they are tender and have clear grill marks. Transfer them to a plate and let them cool slightly.
While the vegetables are grilling, prepare the cilantro dressing. In a blender or food processor, combine cilantro, lime juice, honey, garlic, jalapeño (if using), the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Blend until smooth and creamy.
Chop the grilled vegetables into bite-sized pieces. In a large salad bowl, combine the grilled vegetables with the mixed salad greens.
Drizzle the cilantro dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat.
Serve immediately, either as a main dish or as a side to your favorite protein. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1042 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.7 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.3 g | 46% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6756 mg | 294% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 121.4 g | 44% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 29.6 g | 106% | |
| Total Sugars | 83.9 g | ||
| Protein | 16.9 g | 34% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 253 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 6.7 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 3463 mg | 74% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
