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Grilled Zucchini, Peach and Kale Salad

Grilled Zucchini, Peach and Kale Salad

A Mediterranean-inspired summer salad featuring grilled zucchini, juicy peaches, hearty kale, creamy goat cheese, toasted pistachios, and a fresh orange thyme vinaigrette.
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Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
cooling down: 10 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Salad
Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
Keyword: Grilled Zucchini, Italian Summer Recipe, Kale summer salad, Meal prep ideas, Peach, Summer Salad, Zucchini
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Calories: 294kcal

Ingredients

For the salad

  • 1 bunch Tuscan kale
  • 1 pound baby zucchini
  • 2 medium peaches ripe
  • 3 oz goat cheese shaved
  • ⅓ cup pistachios salted, toasted and roughly chopped

For the dressing

  • 3 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar white
  • 1 tsp mustard Dijon
  • 1 orange zest
  • 2 tbsp orange juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tsp thyme
  • 1 pinch salt according to taste
  • 1 pinch pepper according to taste

Instructions

  • GRILL ZUCCHINI: Slice the zucchini lengthwise intostrips.Brush lightly with olive oil and grill over medium-high heat for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly charred and tender. Allow to cool before cutting intobite-sized pieces.
  • PREPARE KALE: Remove leaves from stalks. Place the kale in a large bowl.Add a small spoonful of evoo and salt and massage the leaves for 1–2 minutes until softened.
  • MAKE THE DRESSING: Whisk together the olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, orange zest, thyme, salt, and pepper until emulsified.
  • ASSEMBLE THE SALAD: Add the grilled zucchini and peachesto the kale. Pour over thedressing and toss gently. Finish with crumbled goat cheese and toasted pistachios. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 294kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 21g | Sodium: 152mg | Potassium: 985mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 7847IU | Vitamin C: 111mg | Calcium: 244mg | Iron: 3mg
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