GRILLED ZUCCHINI & RED PEPPER SALAD

By BobD

Ingredients

• 4 SERVINGS
• 1 1/2 pounds zucchini, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
• 2 red bell peppers, quartered
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons packed light brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons chopped basil

Details

Servings 4
Adapted from epicurious.com

Preparation

Step 1

Prepare grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium-high heat for gas) or heat a 2-burner grill pan over medium heat until hot.

Toss vegetables with 2 tablespoon oil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.

Grill, turning occasionally, until tender, 6 to 8 minutes total.

If using grill pan, grill in batches, 10 to 15 minutes per batch. Transfer peppers to a bowl and let stand, covered, 10 minutes. Peel peppers and cut into 1-inch pieces. Cut zucchini crosswise into 1-inch pieces.

Whisk together vinegar, brown sugar, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/8 teaspoon pepper, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large bowl.

Stir in vegetables and basil.

Let stand 15 minutes for flavors to blend.