Grilled Zucchini and Onion with Basil Dressing

A simple grilled zucchini, onion, cherry tomato, and pepper salad with basil dressing is the perfect summertime meal! Super simple and fresh!

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INGREDIENTS⁠
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For the salad:⁠
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2 lb zucchini (approx. 2 medium)
1 medium red onion
1/2 lb cherry tomatoes
1 15-oz can chickpeas rinsed and drained
6 oz roasted red peppers
6 oz feta crumbled
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For the dressing:⁠
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3/4 cup basil leaves loosely packed
2 cloves garlic
1/3 cup olive oil
2 tbsp sherry vinegar
1 tbsp Dijon mustard
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp pepper
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INSTRUCTIONS⁠
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For the salad:⁠
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Cut off the ends of the zucchini and halve lengthwise.⁠
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Cut the ends of the onion and remove the outer layers.⁠
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Brush both the zucchini and onion with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.⁠
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Preheat grill on high heat. Once heated, add the zucchini and onion, cut side down, and grill until charred and slightly softened, 10-15 minutes.⁠
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Remove the vegetables from the grill and allow them to cool for 20 minutes.⁠
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Once cool enough to handle, cut the zucchini into bite-size pieces, about 1/4 inch thick. Slice the onion thinly and add both to a large bowl.⁠
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Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the bowl.⁠
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Drain and rinse the chickpeas and allow to drip dry in a colander. Then add to the salad.⁠
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Dice the roasted red peppers add them to the salad.⁠
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Stir to combine all the vegetables.⁠
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For the dressing:⁠
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Add the basil leaves, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, salt. and pepper to a blender, food processor, or immersion blender-safe container. Blend until smooth and taste for seasoning.⁠
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To assemble:⁠
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Pour dressing over prepared salad. Stir and crumble on feta cheese.

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