Grilled Vegetable Salad Down Home W the Neelys

Fire up the grill and savor the smoky, vibrant flavors of the "Grilled Vegetable Salad Down Home with the Neelys." This colorful salad showcases a medley of perfectly charred zucchini, yellow squash, bell peppers, asparagus, and red onion, paired with sweet bursts of cherry tomatoes. Tossed in a tangy balsamic-and-honey dressing, it's topped with fresh basil and creamy crumbled feta for a mouthwatering finish. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and healthy grilled vegetable salad is perfect as a light main dish or a standout side for summer cookouts. Packed with fresh produce and bold flavors, it’s a must-try for anyone looking to elevate their salad game!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 whole zucchini
• 2 whole yellow squash
• 1 whole red bell pepper
• 1 whole yellow bell pepper
• 1 whole red onion
• 1 bunch asparagus
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Slice the zucchini and yellow squash lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick strips.

Step 3

Cut the red and yellow bell peppers into large strips, discarding seeds and membranes.

Step 4

Peel the red onion and slice into thick rings.

Step 5

Trim the woody ends off the asparagus.

Step 6

Place all the vegetables, except the cherry tomatoes, in a large bowl. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with kosher salt and black pepper. Toss to coat evenly.

Step 7

Place the vegetables on the grill. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until they are tender and have nice grill marks. Remove from the grill and set aside.

Step 8

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, a pinch of salt, and pepper to make the dressing.

Step 9

Allow the grilled vegetables to cool slightly, then chop them into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large serving bowl.

Step 10

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the grilled vegetables.

Step 11

Drizzle the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.

Step 12

Chiffonade the fresh basil leaves by stacking them, rolling them tightly, and slicing thinly. Sprinkle the basil over the salad.

Step 13

Top the salad with crumbled feta cheese.

Step 14

Serve warm, at room temperature, or chilled. Enjoy your Down Home Grilled Vegetable Salad!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(2106.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1223.7

Total Fat 73.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 18.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 5359.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 26.3g	0%
Total Sugars 75.2g
Protein 35.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 568.1mg	0%
Iron 15.1mg	0%
Potassium 4223.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.6%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 37.3%