Description
Grilled Zucchini Caprese Salad offers a delicious twist on the classic Caprese salad by incorporating grilled zucchini, making it a perfect Italian-inspired summer dish.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced
- Fresh basil leaves
- Balsamic glaze
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Brush the zucchini slices with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the zucchini slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until tender and grill marks appear.
- On a serving platter, layer the grilled zucchini, mozzarella slices, and tomato slices.
- Scatter fresh basil leaves over the top.
- Drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the zucchini in olive oil and herbs before grilling.
- Use a high-quality balsamic glaze for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 40mg