Name: Grilled Zucchini Salad with Cherry Tomatoes, Corn, and Goat Cheese Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 medium-sized zucchini, cut into ½-inch thick half-moons; 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved; 2½ cups corn kernels; 2 cups arugula; 2 tablespoons olive oil (divided); Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 3 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing); 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or any dried herbs); ½ cup crumbled goat cheese (or bleu cheese or feta)

Ingredients

Vegetables

2 medium-sized zucchini, cut into ½-inch thick half-moons
2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
2½ cups corn kernels
2 cups arugula

Oils and Seasonings

2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
3 tablespoons olive oil (for dressing)
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano (or any dried herbs)

Cheese

½ cup crumbled goat cheese (or bleu cheese or feta)

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Instructions

Prep the Grill: Preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high heat, approximately 425˚F. Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.
Grill the Zucchini: Drizzle the zucchini slices with olive oil and season with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Place them on the grill and cook for 2 to 3 minutes per side until they are tender and have noticeable grill marks.
Grill the Tomatoes and Corn: In a grill pan, combine the halved cherry tomatoes and corn kernels. Drizzle with one tablespoon of olive oil, season with salt and pepper, and place the pan on the grill. Stir frequently and cook for 2 to 3 minutes until the tomatoes and corn are nicely charred.
Make the Dressing: While the vegetables are grilling, whisk together 3 tablespoons of olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, dried oregano, salt, and pepper in a salad bowl until well combined.
Finish and Serve: Add the grilled zucchini, charred tomatoes, corn, and arugula to the dressing in the salad bowl. Toss everything together until coated evenly. Sprinkle the crumbled goat cheese on top and serve immediately.

Notes

You can substitute goat cheese with bleu cheese or feta for different flavor profiles.
Use fresh corn kernels for best taste; frozen and thawed corn can be used if fresh is unavailable.
For a vegetarian option, ensure the cheese used is vegetarian-friendly.
This salad is best served fresh but can be prepared ahead by grilling the vegetables in advance and assembling just before serving.
If you don’t have an outdoor grill, use a grill pan on the stovetop to achieve similar results.

Author: ELLA
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Salad
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian