Grilled Zucchini Salad (with walnuts & vegan feta!)
This vegan grilled zucchini salad with walnuts and vegan feta is perfect for a light lunch or as a side dish for your next BBQ. Packed with flavor and easy to make, it's a healthy and delicious summer recipe that everyone will love!
Equipment
- 1 grill or griddle pan
- 1 Skillet
- 1 large bowl
Ingredients
- 4 medium-size zucchini (about 800g)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (30 ml)
- salt and pepper to taste
- ½ cup walnuts (80g) chopped
- 2 cups fresh arugula (50g)
- ½ cup vegan feta crumbled
- ½ cup vegan oil-free dressing (120 ml)
Instructions
- Preheat the grill of your griddle pan to medium-high heat.
- Slice the zucchini into ¼-inch slices and brush the zucchini slices with olive oil on both sides and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the zucchini slices on the grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the zucchini is tender.
- Remove the zucchini from grill and allow to cool slightly.
- In the meantime, toast the walnuts in a dry skillet for 1 minute until golden.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled zucchini, chopped walnuts, crumbled vegan feta, and arugula.
- Drizzle over the oil-free dressing and toss to combine.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Don't overcrowd the grill when grilling the zucchini!
- The salad is best served immediately, but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- If you prepare this salad ahead of time, store the dressing separately.
- For a delicious twist, you can also add roasted cherry tomatoes to the salad or add some homemade salad croutons for an extra crunch!
- For added sweetness and flavor, try adding fresh strawberries, raisins or dried cranberries to the salad.
- To make the salad more hearty and filling, try adding cooked quinoa or couscous to the mix or serve with Vegan Grilled Chicken, Kebab pieces or Vegan Gyros for added protein.
- To reduce waste, try using the leftover grilled zucchini in a sandwich or wrap the next day for lunch.