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Grilled Zucchini and Green Bean Salad

This healthy, Grilled Zucchini And Green Bean Salad is a simple, easy summer side dish!

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
30 mins
Servings: 8 People, as a side
Calories: 80 kcal
Course: Side Dish , Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For The Salad:
  • 1 1/4 pounds green beans trimmed (1 1/2 pounds pre-trimming)
  • 2 large zucchinis sliced
  • 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • salt and pepper
  • 4 roma tomatoes chopped
  • 1/2 cup fresh basil sliced
For The Dressing:
  • 1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 8 large dates i used deglet noor - about 70 grams
  • 2 tablespoons + 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • salt

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your grill to high heat for at least 10 minutes.
  2. Place the beans and zucchini in a large bowl. Add the olive oil, Italian seasoning, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper, and toss until evenly coated.
  3. Place directly onto the grill, spread evenly, and cook until nice and charred, stirring occasionally for about 10-13 minutes. 
  4. While the veggies cook, place the balsamic vinegar and dates in a small food processor (mine is 3 cups) and blend until smooth.
  5. With the food processor running, stream in the oil until well mixed. Season to taste with salt.
  6. Transfer the grilled veggies into a large bowl and add the chopped tomato.  Pour the dressing on and toss until well coated. Finally, season to taste with salt (if needed) and stir in the basil.
  7. DEVOUR!

Nutrition Information

Calories 80kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 19g (6%) Protein 2.3g (5%) Fat 0.6g (1%) Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g Sodium 32.4mg (1%) Potassium 312.7mg (9%) Fiber 4.2g (17%) Sugar 10.1g (20%) Vitamin A 1470IU (29%) Vitamin C 35.1mg (39%) Calcium 46mg (5%) Iron 1.2mg (7%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8People, as a side

Amount Per Serving

Calories 80

% Daily Value*

Calories 80kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 19g 6%
Protein 2.3g 5%
Fat 0.6g 1%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g 1%
Sodium 32.4mg 1%
Potassium 312.7mg 7%
Fiber 4.2g 17%
Sugar 10.1g 20%
Vitamin A 1470IU 29%
Vitamin C 35.1mg 39%
Calcium 46mg 5%
Iron 1.2mg 7%

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