Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash with Avocado

Grilled Zucchini and Summer Squash with Avocado

Ray Kachatorian

Provided by: Curtis Stone

23 mins total 15 mins prep Full Screen

Servings

Ingredients

• 1 yellow summer squash, sliced lengthwise into 4 long pieces
• 1 zucchini, sliced lengthwise into 4 long pieces
• 10 spears baby asparagus, woody stem ends trimmed
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 5 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons good-quality balsamic vinegar
• 1 small ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and cut into a medium dice
• 2 cups baby arugula

Directions

• Preheat the barbecue or grill pan with medium-high heat. Season the squash, zucchini, and asparagus lightly with salt and pepper, and brush lightly with 2 teaspoons of olive oil. Grill the zucchini and squash for about 2 to 3 minutes on each side, and the asparagus for about 2 minutes total, or until they are slightly charred and cooked through. Transfer the vegetables to a cutting board. Cut the asparagus spears in half and cut the zucchini and squash on the bias into large bite-size pieces.
• Whisk the balsamic vinegar and the remaining 3 teaspoons of olive oil in a medium bowl to blend. Add half of the avocado and toss to coat, breaking up the avocado pieces slightly. Season the dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
• Toss the grilled vegetables in a large bowl with the arugula and the remaining avocado. Toss the salad with the dressing to coat. Mound the salad on a large serving platter and serve immediately.

• Filed under:
• Vegetable,
• Squash,
• Zucchini,
• Asparagus,
• Avocado,
• Barbecue & Grilling,
• Easy,
• 30 Minute,
• Quick,
• Vegetarian,
• Gluten Free,
• Healthy,
• Vegan,
• Appetizer,
• Side Dish,
• Summer,
• Cookout,
• Entertaining

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