Grilled Zucchini & Bean Salad

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5 from 1 vote

Grilled Zucchini & Bean Salad

Savor the vibrant flavors of summer with this delightful salad. Tender zucchini, hearty beans, and crunchy roasted hazelnuts are brought together in a refreshing medley, perfectly complemented by the zingy freshness of mint leaves and a zesty lemon dressing. Serve with crusty bread for a main or enjoy as a side salad.
My Notes:
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Meal Type: Lunch, Salads
Special: 30 Minutes or Less, Gluten-Free, Nut-Free, Oil-Free, Seasonal (Hot Weather), Soy-Free
Tool: Oven
Ingredient: Beans, Zucchini
Servings: 2
Ingredients
For the dressing:
For the salad:
  • 16 oz zucchini (2 - 3 medium zucchini), sliced lengthwise into thick slices
  • 1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
  • salt to taste
  • 1 14oz can(s) cannellini beans drained and rinsed
  • 2 handful(s) arugula
  • 2 tablespoon(s) capers (or sub chopped green olives or omit them)
  • 2 tablespoon(s) fresh mint leaves torn, (or sub fresh basil or parsley)
  • 2 tablespoon(s) roasted hazelnuts roughly chopped, (or sub your favorite roasted nut or seed)
Instructions
  • Mix the dressing ingredients together in a small bowl and set aside.
  • Place a grill pan or non-stick skillet over medium heat. Brush the zucchini with olive oil and place the slices into the hot pan in a single layer. Allow them to char for 4-5 minutes. Then flip them over and char the second side for a further 3 minutes. Season with salt and set aside.
  • Add the cannellini beans, arugula and capers to a large bowl, pour over the salad dressing and stir to combine.
  • Arrange the salad on a large plate, topped with grilled zucchini slices. Scatter over the mint leaves and chopped hazelnuts, and serve.
Notes
For oil-free:  omit the oil in the dressing and sub with vegetable broth or aquafaba. Omit the oil when cooking the zucchini and instead do a water or broth sauté.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 serving (recipe makes 2 servings) | Calories: 411kcal | Carbohydrates: 50g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 15g | Sodium: 720mg | Potassium: 846mg | Fiber: 16g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1166IU | Vitamin C: 75mg | Calcium: 244mg | Iron: 7mg
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