The Ultimate Grilled Zucchini Salad by CHRISTINE GALLARY

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 Ingredients:

  • 3 pounds medium green zucchini or yellow summer squash
  • 5 tablespoons olive oil, divided
  • Finely grated zest of 1 medium lemon
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt, divided
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 4 1/2 ounces)
  • 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped fresh mint leaves


INSTRUCTIONS:

  1. Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to high (450°F to 550°F). Meanwhile, prepare the zucchini and dressing.
  2. Cut the zucchini using the roll cut technique: Trim the ends off 1 of the zucchini. Make a diagonal cut about 1 1/2 inches from one end. Roll the squash a half turn and make another diagonal cut (in the same direction as the first cut) about 1 1/2 inches from the cut end of the squash. Repeat with the rolling and cutting until you reach the end of the squash. Repeat with the remaining squash, place in a large bowl, and set aside.
  3. Place 3 tablespoons of the oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, oregano, and 1/4 teaspoon of the salt in a small bowl. Season with pepper and whisk to combine; set aside.
  4. When the grill is ready, drizzle the zucchini with the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil, sprinkle with the remaining 1 teaspoon of salt and pepper, and toss to combine. Place in a single layer on the grill (reserve the bowl; no need to wash). Cover and grill, turning occasionally, until charred in spots and crisp-tender, about 8 minutes total.
  5. Transfer the squash back to the reserved bowl, drizzle with the dressing, and toss to combine. Set aside to cool to just warm or room temperature, at least 15 minutes. Add the feta and mint and gently toss to combine.


RECIPE NOTES
Make ahead: The dressing can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Let it sit at room temperature while preparing the zucchini, and re-whisk to combine before drizzling over the grilled zucchini.

Storage: Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

Recipe from:  thekitchn.com

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