Description
Charred Zucchini, Corn & White Bean Salad is a vibrant, flavor-packed dish that combines the smoky goodness of charred vegetables with the freshness of herbs and the creaminess of white beans. This salad is perfect for any occasion, whether you’re enjoying a summer barbecue or looking for a quick and nutritious lunch. With its colorful ingredients and delightful textures, this salad not only satisfies your taste buds but also supports a healthy lifestyle. Quick to prepare and even better when made ahead, it’s versatile enough to be served as a main course or side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 small zucchinis
- 1 corn on the cob
- 400 g white beans (cannellini), drained and rinsed
- 200 g cherry tomatoes, quartered
- 3 celery stalks, finely sliced
- 12 large green pitted olives, chopped
- 30 ml lemon juice
- Zest of 1 small lemon
- 1 garlic clove, finely grated
- 15 g fresh basil, leaves only
- 45 ml olive oil (plus more for brushing)
- Salt & pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat a griddle or grill pan over medium-high heat.
- Slice zucchini diagonally into 0.5 cm thick slices; brush with olive oil along with the corn.
- Grill zucchini and corn until charred (3-4 minutes). Rotate corn occasionally.
- Allow to cool; then chop zucchini into bite-sized pieces and shave corn kernels off the cob.
- In a large bowl, combine grilled vegetables with white beans, tomatoes, celery, and olives.
- Prepare dressing by mixing lemon juice with grated garlic; let sit briefly. Add zest, basil, olive oil; blend until smooth.
- Toss salad with dressing and serve chilled or at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg