Grilled Zucchini & White Bean Salad

This Grilled Zucchini & White Bean Salad recipe has a little something for everyone – grilled zucchini and corn, creamy white beans, fresh basil, a zesty lemon dressing, pecans for crunch, and nutty pecorino cheese.

It’s packed with lots of fibre, plant based protein and phytonutrients to keep you feeling balanced and satiated.

Save some time and grill your veggies while the beans marinate in your homemade dressing. Don’t forget the kitchen dancing playlist.

Recipe from Our Salty Kitchen

ZUCCHINI SALAD

• 1 can cannellini beans, or 2 cups cooked from scratch

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh rosemary

• 2 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise

• 2 ears corn, husks and silks removed

• 1 tbsp olive oil, or avocado oil

• ½ tsp kosher salt

• ½ tsp ground pepper

• ½ c torn basil leaves

• ¼ c chopped pecans

• 4 tbsp shaved pecorino cheese, or parmesan cheese

Lemon Dressing

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 whole lemon, zested and juiced

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tsp honey

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Place the beans into a fine mesh strainer; rinse under cool running water until the water turns clear and the beans look clean and free of canning liquid. Shake well to remove the moisture, then transfer to a large mixing bowl. Add the rosemary to the beans and toss gently.

2. Whisk the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, garlic, and honey until well combined. Pour over the beans and toss to combine. Set aside to marinate at room temperature for about 30 minutes while you grill the zucchini and corn.

3. Heat a grill to medium/medium-high heat (350°F – 375°F).

4. Brush the zucchini halves and and corn with olive oil, then season with salt and pepper. 

5. Place the zucchini cut side down on the grill, and place the whole corn cobs directly on the grill. Close the lid. Grill the zucchini 5-6 minutes, or until charred, then flip and grill an additional 5-6 minutes. Grill the corn a total of 15-18 minutes, or until lightly charred on all sides, rotating a quarter of a turn every 4-5 minutes. The zucchini will cook quicker than the corn, so keep an eye on it and remove it once tender. Remove the zucchini and corn from the grill as they finish and set aside on a plate until cool enough to handle. 

6. Dice the zucchini, then slice the corn from the cobs. Add the grilled vegetables to the marinated white beans, then add the basil and chopped pecans. Gently toss until well combined.

7. To serve as an entree, divide the salad between four plates, then garnish with shaved cheese to taste. Alternatively, serve as a side dish with the cheese on the side. 

Notes

Store leftovers, without cheese, in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Serve cold or room temperature.

Nutrition Information

Serving: 1.5cups, 

Calories: 349kcal (17%), Carbohydrates: 40g (13%), Protein: 13g (26%), Fat: 17g (26%), Saturated Fat: 3g (15%), Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 11g, Trans Fat: 0g, Cholesterol: 5mg (2%), Sodium: 517mg (22%), Potassium: 930mg (27%), Fiber: 10g (40%), Sugar: 8g (9%), Vitamin A: 24% (24%), Vitamin C: 65% (65%), Calcium: 13% (13%), Iron: 18% (18%)

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