This flavour-filled salad of Char-Grilled Zucchini With Yoghurt And Mint evokes the bright, sunny flavours of summer. It is quick and easy to make and substantial enough to be a light meal in itself. It also works well when served with some simply cooked chicken or salmon.
Lightly charring the Zucchini enhances the flavour significantly. Today I have cooked them indoors, but when weather permits, I cook them on the barbecue for an additional smoky flavour.
The zucchini is sliced on the diagonal, tossed in a little olive oil and charred on the grill, transforming the humble zucchini into the star of a nutritious salad. If you’re a lover of grilled vegetables like me, you will enjoy this fresh salad which has a slight Greek accent. The slightly charred zucchini are placed on a flavour-filled bed of Greek yoghurt which is mixed with lemon zest, lemon juice and mint; all delicious Mediterranean flavours.
Textural contrast is provided by topping the Zucchini Salad with some lightly toasted slivered almonds.
To serve the salad –
Serve the salad shortly after assembling as the zucchini will release juices into the yoghurt dressing. If you are preparing it in advance I suggest that you keep the grilled zucchini and dressing apart. Assemble the salad just prior to serving, ideally at room temperature, for the best flavour and appearance.
Crunchy and creamy textures are combined in this dish and two of my favourite flavour boosters, lemon and mint, highlight the charred zucchini. This vegetarian and gluten-free salad is as easy to make as it is to eat. It is perfect for the warm, sunny days which are approaching and has become a new favourite. I do hope you give it a try!
Serve our Zucchini Salad with our Quinoa Tabouli for a delicious and healthy meal. It is also delicious alongside our Greek Style Chicken and Salsa!
Enjoy!
Xx Alex and Faye
P.S. Love veggies as much as we do!? Be sure to check out our Turmeric Roasted Cauliflower Salad!
Char-grilled Zucchini Salad with Yoghurt and Mint
Ingredients
- 400 gm zucchini approximately 3 medium
- 2 tablespoon olive oil extra virgin
- 3 tablespoon slivered almonds toasted
- extra mint leaves to garnish
Dressing:
- 1 cup plain Greek yoghurt
- 2 teaspoon finely grated lemon zest divided
- 2 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
- ¼ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
- sea salt and black pepper to taste
Recipe Measurements:
For accuracy, we recommend weighing your ingredients. This will produce the best results.
Instructions
- Slice the zucchini on the diagonal about 1 cm/1/4” thick. Toss the zucchini slices in a bowl with the olive oil.
- Pre-heat a char-grill pan over medium-high heat. Working in batches, cook the zucchini about 2 minutes each side or until slightly charred.
- Transfer the cooked zucchini to a bowl or platter and season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Repeat until all the zucchini is cooked.
- Meanwhile, prepare the yoghurt dressing. Place the yoghurt into a medium-sized bowl. Add 1 ½ teaspoons of lemon zest and the freshly squeezed lemon juice.
- Add the chopped mint and season to taste with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Spread the yoghurt dressing on a serving platter. When all the zucchini is cooked and have cooled a little, arrange the zucchini on the yoghurt dressing.
- Sprinkle with a few mint leaves and the reserved ½ teaspoon of lemon zest.
Add the toasted slivered almonds. Drizzle over the top the zucchini juices which have accumulated in the bowl. Serve as soon as possible after assembling.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutritional Information:
Please note, the nutritional information is an estimate only, and is derived from online calculators. For accurate results, we recommend calculating the nutritional information based on the ingredients you use.
Angela
The smokiness from the grilled zucchini go so well with the yoghurt dressing! It’s such an easy refreshing salad that I’m already craving this again! My whole family loved it!
Alexandra
Hi Angela, I am so happy to hear that you and your family have enjoyed my Char-Grilled Zucchini Salad. Thank you so much for letting me know. 🙂
jill
Delicious!
Alexandra
Thank you, Jill!
Camila
I made this with all the zucchini and mint I have growing in my garden! It was fabulous and the flavors were so delicious together! I never thought of grilling zucchini like this but now it’s going to be a regular meal we make during the summer!
Alexandra
Camila, it is such a thrill to grow your own produce! You’re off to a head-start with flavours already. Thank you for letting me know that you enjoyed the Char-grilled Zucchini Salad. 🙂
Razena
The zucchini salad is very appetizing and even better that it is char-grilled. I will make it again later in the week. Very enjoyable.
Alexandra
Thank you so much! So pleased to hear that.
David Elliott
This is such a delicious salad here. My daughter also loves this. And my mom would love it too. Maybe I can do this dish as well as a few others for Mother’s Day.
Alexandra
That sounds like a lovely idea to me, David 🙂 Hope you have a great weekend!
Chad
5 STARS!!! I love zuchinis and charing them add so much to the flavor.
Alexandra
Thank you Chad. Enjoy! 🙂
Ane
Oh my goodness! This is so delish! I love grilled vegetables too and this one is truly perfect for summer!❤️
Alexandra
Thank you, Ane! 🙂
HolyVeggies
I was looking for a healthy vegetable dish and this is perfect. Thanks!
Alexandra
Thanks so much – hope you enjoy!