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Easy Grilled Zucchini and Corn Salad with Feta Perfect for Summer BBQs

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A smoky, fresh grilled zucchini and corn salad with tangy feta and a bright mint dressing, perfect for summer BBQs and quick meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips
  • 3 ears of fresh corn, husked (or about 2 cups frozen corn, thawed)
  • 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  2. Slice zucchini lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips. Husk the corn and remove silk. If using frozen corn, thaw and pat dry.
  3. Grill zucchini strips for 3-4 minutes per side until tender and grill marks appear. Avoid overcrowding.
  4. Grill whole ears of corn, turning every 2 minutes for about 10 minutes until kernels are lightly charred. Let cool slightly, then cut kernels off the cob. For frozen corn, grill on pan for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
  6. In a large bowl, combine grilled zucchini, corn kernels, and chopped mint. Pour dressing over and toss gently to coat.
  7. Sprinkle crumbled feta over the top and gently fold in or leave as topping.
  8. Serve immediately or chill for 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.

Notes

If zucchini becomes too soft, toss with extra olive oil and lemon juice before serving to refresh flavors. Watch corn closely to avoid burning; a little char adds flavor but burnt tastes bitter. Dressing can be prepared ahead. Salad can be served warm or cold. Substitute feta with goat cheese or vegan cheese for variations.

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Keywords: grilled zucchini salad, corn salad, feta salad, summer BBQ salad, grilled vegetables, easy summer salad

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