Grilled Zucchini Summer Squash Salad W Basil Parmesan Dressing
Brighten your summer table with this stunning Grilled Zucchini Summer Squash Salad with Basil Parmesan Dressing, a vibrant and flavorful dish that's as delightful to the eyes as it is to the taste buds. Perfectly charred strips of zucchini and yellow summer squash bring smoky sweetness to this salad, which is layered over a bed of crisp mixed greens. The star of the show is the homemade basil Parmesan dressing—a creamy blend of fresh basil, nutty Parmesan, zesty lemon juice, and a hint of honey for balance. Topped with crunchy toasted pine nuts, this salad is a symphony of textures and flavors, ideal as a light main course or a refreshing side dish for your next barbecue or picnic. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's a quick and healthy way to celebrate summer's bounty!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Zucchini
- 2 medium Yellow summer squash
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 0.25 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 4 cups Mixed greens
- 2 tablespoons Toasted pine nuts
Instructions
Preheat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
Slice the zucchini and yellow summer squash lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips.
Brush the squash strips with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper.
Grill the squash strips for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they have nice grill marks and are slightly tender. Remove from the grill and let them cool slightly.
In a blender or food processor, combine the basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, garlic, lemon juice, honey, red pepper flakes, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Blend until smooth, then season with the remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper to taste.
Arrange the mixed greens on a large serving platter or individual plates.
Top the mixed greens with the grilled squash slices, arranging them in a decorative pattern if desired.
Drizzle the basil Parmesan dressing generously over the salad.
Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts on top for added crunch.
Serve immediately, either as a main salad or a side dish. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
963 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 70.2 g | 90% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.0 g | 85% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 6482 mg | 282% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.6 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.7 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 47.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.7 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 685 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2358 mg | 50% | |
*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.
