Vegetarian's Best Ever Grilled Vegetable Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

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A colorful medley of grilled zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes tossed in a bright lemon vinaigrette, making it the best summer salad you'll ever toss. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 25 minutes pairs medium, sliced 1/2-inch thick zucchini, cherry tomatoes, extra-virgin olive oil into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 2, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.9 (11 ratings) Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 2 Mediterranean cuisine 280 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat grill to medium-high. Brush zucchini, bell peppers, and cherry tomatoes with 2 tbsp olive oil, then place on grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until tender and slightly charred, turning once.
  2. Step 2: Whisk together 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tsp dijon mustard, and 1 minced garlic clove in a small bowl until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil to vinaigrette and whisk until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Step 4: Toss 5 oz mixed greens with 2 tbsp vinaigrette in a large bowl until evenly coated.
  5. Step 5: Arrange grilled vegetables over greens, drizzle with remaining vinaigrette, and sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped fresh oregano. Serve immediately.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Vegetarian's Best Ever Grilled Vegetable Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette take to make?

Total time is about 25 minutes (15 min prep + 10 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Vegetarian's Best Ever Grilled Vegetable Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep cherry tomatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Vegetarian's Best Ever Grilled Vegetable Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Vegetarian's Best Ever Grilled Vegetable Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 2 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 2). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

Is Vegetarian's Best Ever Grilled Vegetable Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette vegetarian?

Yes — this recipe is tagged vegetarian based on its ingredient list. Always cross-check labels for packaged ingredients (sauces, broths, condiments) since formulations vary by brand.

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