Corn and grilled zucchini salad
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4.6
Corn and grilled zucchini salad
Description
Corn and grilled zucchini salad features grilled zucchini slices cooked until golden and slightly charred, paired with corn caramelized in the same pan. Fresh arugula provides a peppery contrast to the creamy, salty feta cheese mixed in. A simple dressing of olive oil and lemon juice brings freshness and ties the ingredients together without overpowering them.
The grilling process adds a smoky complexity while keeping the zucchini tender but firm. The corn kernels add bursts of sweet texture, enhancing the salad's overall balance. This salad is easy to assemble and can be a colorful addition to your table, especially when fresh summer produce is abundant.
Serving suggestions include enjoying it alongside grilled meats or as part of a vegetarian meal. It also works well as a refreshing side on warm days, complementing heavier dishes or barbecues.
Ingredients
- 500 g (1lb) zucchini approximately 6 medium zucchini
- 2 cups corn
- 1 cup feta cheese crumbled
- 2 cups arugula or rocket
- 2-3 tbsp olive oil
- lemon juice of ½ lemon
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Slice the zucchini into thick slices. Drizzle with olive oil then grill in a grill pan until golden brown and charred on both sides.
- Remove from the pan and place in a large bowl.
- Add the corn to the hot pan and cook until golden brown.
- Place the charred corn into the bowl with the zucchini then add the crumbled feta cheese and fresh arugula (rocket).
- Drizzle olive oil and lemon juice over the salad and season to taste. Toss and serve.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 134 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 134kcal | 7% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 17mg | 6% |
| Sodium | 216mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 341mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 5g | 10% |
| Vitamin A | 380IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 17.7mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 106mg | 11% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.