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Grilled Corn and Zucchini Salad with Feta and Basil
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Grilled Corn and Zucchini Salad with Feta and Basil

This summery salad is made with grilled corn and zucchini tossed with creamy feta and fresh basil. The ideal side dish for backyard cookouts and barbecues!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 209 kcal
Course: Side Dish, Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 ears corn (shucked)
  • 1 medium zucchini (cut in long strips)
  • ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil (divided)
  • salt to taste
  • black pepper to taste
  • 4 ounces feta cheese
  • ¼ cup basil thinly sliced, fresh
  • ½ cup scallions (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice

Instructions

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  1. Pre-heat grill over high heat. Brush both sides of the zucchini slices with half of half of the olive oil (2 tablespoons) and sprinle with salt and pepper. Place seasoned zucchini slices along with the corn on the cob on the grill. Grill zucchini until tender, about 4-7 minutes, turning once halfway through. Rotate corn every 2 minutes until all sides are slightly charred.
  2. Remove the veggies from the grill. Uesing a sharp knife, slice the corn into a large bowl. Next, slice the zucchini into bite-sized pieces and add to the bowl. Add all remaining ingredients to the bowl including feta, basil, scallions, lemon juice and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Toss well and season with salt and pepper to taste before serving.

Notes

  • Can be served warm, room temperature or chilled. 

Nutrition Information

Calories 209kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 5g (10%) Fat 20g (31%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Cholesterol 25mg (8%) Sodium 323mg (13%) Potassium 180mg (4%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 420IU (8%) Vitamin C 14.3mg (16%) Calcium 159mg (16%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 209

% Daily Value*

Calories 209kcal 10%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 5g 10%
Fat 20g 31%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Cholesterol 25mg 8%
Sodium 323mg 13%
Potassium 180mg 4%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 420IU 8%
Vitamin C 14.3mg 16%
Calcium 159mg 16%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.