Best Grilled Zucchini And Feta Toasts Recipes

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GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH HERB SALT AND FETA



Grilled Zucchini with Herb Salt and Feta image

Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/2 cup kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
3 medium zucchini, ends trimmed, sliced lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick planks
Olive oil, for brushing
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • For the herb salt: Combine the salt, oregano and thyme in a small bowl and mix to blend.
  • For the grilled zucchini: Brush the zucchini planks on both sides with olive oil and sprinkle on both sides with some of the herb salt. Transfer the zucchini to a grill pan set over medium heat and cook until tender, about 5 minutes, flipping halfway through. Remove the zucchini to a serving plate and sprinkle with the feta.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 17 milligrams, Sodium 341 milligrams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 4 grams, Sugar 4 grams

GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND FETA TOASTS



Grilled Zucchini and Feta Toasts image

Though its flavor is subtle, zucchini absorbs seasonings readily, and develops deep complexity when grilled. In this recipe, the grilled squash is doused with a flavorful oil made with garlic, cumin and coriander. If you have extra time, marinate the grilled zucchini pieces in the spice oil for up to 24 hours to help build flavor. You can serve the dish hot off the grill, or prepare in advance, then serve at room temperature.

Provided by Sue Li

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, weeknight, appetizer, main course

Time 30m

Yield 2 to 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 medium zucchini (about 1 pound), trimmed and halved lengthwise
1/2 cup olive oil
Kosher salt and black pepper
4 thick slices country or sourdough bread
4 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly crushed
1 teaspoon coriander seeds, lightly crushed
1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
Grilled bread, for serving
3 ounces feta, crumbled into large pieces
Lemon wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high and brush the grates clean, if grilling outdoors.
  • With a small spoon, scrape the seeds from the middle of zucchini halves and discard. Rub zucchini with 2 tablespoons olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Place zucchini halves onto grill, cut-sides down, and cook until charred on both sides, turning halfway through, 10 to 15 minutes. Transfer grilled zucchini onto a cutting board, let cool slightly then cut into bite-size pieces.
  • While zucchini grills, brush bread on both sides with 2 tablespoons olive oil. Grill until lightly charred on both sides, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a serving platter.
  • While zucchini and bread grill, prepare the spice oil: Heat remaining 1/4 cup oil in a small saucepan over medium-low until hot. Stir in the garlic, cumin seeds, coriander seeds and red-pepper flakes, and remove from heat. The residual heat from the oil will cook the garlic and spices. Transfer spice oil to a large bowl, add grilled zucchini and toss to combine.
  • Spoon zucchini over grilled bread and top with large pieces of feta. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing on top.

PASTA WITH ZUCCHINI, FETA AND FRIED LEMON



Pasta With Zucchini, Feta and Fried Lemon image

This is a less saucy, more pasta-salad-like pasta, which is to say it's best served at room temperature after being carted to an outdoor location and eaten directly from the container. The zucchini mixture should be deeply flavorful and concentrated, rather than loose or watery. If you're looking for something saucier, add more olive oil (not pasta water) as needed to coat each piece of pasta before serving.

Provided by Alison Roman

Categories     dinner, lunch, weekday, pastas, main course

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

8 ounces pasta, such as spaghetti or bucatini
Kosher salt
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1/2 cup walnut pieces (optional)
2 large shallots, 1 medium onion or 1 large leek (white and light green parts), thinly sliced
1 lemon, thinly sliced, seeds removed
Freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons capers
1 1/4 pounds zucchini (about 2 medium), thinly sliced
2 ounces feta, crumbled (about 3/4 cup)
1 cup parsley or dill leaves, or a mix, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh oregano leaves

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in a large pot of salted boiling water until al dente. Drain and rinse pasta with cool water to stop cooking and toss with a drizzle of olive oil to prevent sticking; set aside.
  • Heat 1/4 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add walnuts, if using, and toss to coat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until walnuts are toasted and golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes. Using a slotted spoon or strainer, transfer the walnuts to a small bowl (leaving the oil behind) and season with salt; set aside.
  • Add shallots and lemon to the oil and season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until both the shallots and lemons are totally softened and have begun to caramelize, 5 to 8 minutes. Add capers and stir to coat in the oil, letting them sizzle a minute or two.
  • Add zucchini and season with salt and pepper. (Do not be alarmed at the amount of zucchini in the skillet; it will cook down by about half.) Cook, stirring occasionally, until much of the water has evaporated from the zucchini and it has totally softened, become translucent and is beginning to brown at the edges, 10 to 15 minutes. (This mixture should be very flavorful and lightly saucy.)
  • Remove pan from heat and add pasta, tossing to coat. (If your skillet is very full, you can always transfer everything to a large bowl and toss to coat there.) Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer pasta to a large serving bowl and top with toasted walnuts, feta and herbs, finishing with a drizzle of olive oil.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND BULGUR SALAD WITH FETA AND PRESERVED-LEMON DRESSING



Grilled Zucchini and Bulgur Salad With Feta and Preserved-Lemon Dressing image

Charred zucchini pairs particularly well with the deep savory notes of preserved-lemon paste and the tang of creamy feta in this salad.

Provided by Hetty McKinnon

Time 45m

Yield 4 main-course servings or 6-8 side servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 cup raw walnuts
1 cup coarse-grind bulgur
¼ tsp. kosher salt, plus more
2 lb. zucchini and/or yellow summer squash
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling
3 Tbsp. preserved lemon paste (such as NY Shuk)
2 tsp. honey
1 garlic clove, finely grated
Freshly ground black pepper
7 oz. Greek feta, crumbled
½ cup coarsely chopped parsley
½ cup torn mint leaves
Lemon wedges (for serving)

Steps:

  • Toast walnuts in a dry medium skillet over medium heat, tossing often, until golden brown, 8-10 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board and let cool. Coarsely chop.
  • Wipe out skillet and toast bulgur, stirring often, until a shade darker and starting to smell like popcorn, about 3 minutes. Add ¼ tsp. salt and 2 cups water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer gently until liquid is almost completely evaporated, 8-10 minutes. Cover skillet and remove from heat. Let sit while you prepare the rest of the salad.
  • Prepare a grill for high heat. (Or, heat a grill pan over high.) Trim ends of zucchini; slice lengthwise into long ¼"-thick planks. Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet and arrange zucchini in a single layer on rack (you can also do this in a large bowl if you don't have a wire rack). Drizzle with oil and season with salt. Toss zucchini, rubbing with your hands, to coat completely with oil.
  • Grill zucchini, undisturbed, until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes. Turn over and grill on other side until grill marks appear, about 2 minutes. Return to wire rack (or a colander set in a bowl) to drain; let cool slightly, Transfer to a cutting board and slice on a diagonal into 1" pieces.
  • Whisk preserved lemon paste, honey, garlic, and remaining ¼ cup oil in a large bowl to combine; season with pepper (lemon paste and feta should make it salty enough). Add bulgur and feta and toss to combine. Set some of zucchini, parsley, and mint aside for serving, then add remaining zucchini and herbs to salad; toss gently to combine. Taste and season with salt and pepper if needed.
  • Transfer salad to a platter. Top with reserved zucchini and herbs. Scatter walnuts over. Serve salad with lemon wedges for squeezing over.

SAUTEED ZUCCHINI WITH FETA



Sauteed Zucchini with Feta image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons olive oil
2 large zucchini, thinly sliced in rounds
2 garlic cloves, chopped
Salt and pepper, to taste
1/4 cup chopped parsley or basil
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro
1/2 cup crumbled feta

Steps:

  • In a 12-inch skillet, heat the oil on low. Slowly saute the zucchini and garlic, with a little salt, until golden and slightly caramelized, about 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Mix in parsley or basil, cilantro and feta.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH FETA & PINE NUTS (EASY RECIPE)



Grilled Zucchini with Feta & Pine Nuts (Easy Recipe) image

This recipe of grilled zucchini with feta and pine nuts makes grilling out easy. Fire up the grill this summer and don't forget to add your veggies.

Provided by Ali Randall

Categories     Side Dish

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 9

1-2 large zucchini, sliced at an angle 1/4-inches thick
Kosher salt
2 teaspoons hot red pepper flakes
3 teaspoons minced fresh garlic
3 teaspoons dried oregano
3 teaspoons dried parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup pine nuts

Steps:

  • Slice the zucchini on a cutting board at an angle about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Brush each side with olive oil and arrange the slices on a plate.
  • Season with the zucchini with red pepper flakes, garlic, oregano and parsley.
  • Apply cooking spray to the grill grates then preheat grill to medium heat.
  • Grill zucchini slices for about 2 to 3 minutes per side until you see light grill marks.
  • Arrange the grilled zucchini pieces on a serving platter and top with the feta cheese and pine nuts.

GRILLED SHRIMP, ZUCCHINI, AND TOMATOES WITH FETA



Grilled Shrimp, Zucchini, and Tomatoes with Feta image

This summery, Greek-inspired dinner comes together in a snap with the help of a grill basket.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Summer     Dinner     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Shrimp     Zucchini     Tomato     Feta     Oregano     Quick & Easy     Quick and Healthy

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 large garlic clove, finely grated
2 teaspoons finely chopped oregano
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for grill basket
10 jumbo shrimp (about 8 ounces), peeled, deveined, tails left on
1 medium zucchini (about 8 ounces), sliced into 1/4" rounds
1 pint cherry tomatoes
2 pita pockets
1/3 cup crumbled feta (about 1.5 ounces)
Special Equipment
A flat grill basket (about 13 1/2 x 8 1/2")

Steps:

  • Prepare a grill for high heat. Whisk garlic, oregano, salt, red pepper, and 2 Tbsp. oil in a large bowl. Add shrimp, zucchini, and tomatoes and toss to coat.
  • Brush wires of grill basket with oil, then add shrimp mixture. Arrange in an even layer and close basket. Place grill basket on grill and cook, turning often, until shrimp is fully cooked through and zucchini and tomatoes are lightly charred, about 6 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, grill pita just until warm and toasted.
  • Transfer shrimp mixture to a large bowl and toss until coated with tomato juices. Divide among plates and top with feta. Serve with pita alongside.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI WITH ROSEMARY AND FETA RECIPE - (4.4/5)



Grilled Zucchini with Rosemary and Feta Recipe - (4.4/5) image

Provided by PattiB

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 medium zucchini, unpeeled, cut on a sharp bias into long slices about 1/2 inch thick
2 medium yellow squash, unpeeled, cut on a sharp b ias into long slices about 1/2 inches thick
1 small yellow onion, cut into wedges with root end intact
Ground black pepper to taste
2 Tbsp olive oil
2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
2 Tbsp finely chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • Coat grill rack with nonstick cooking spray. Preheat grill to medium. In a large shallow dish, combine zucchini, squash and onion. Season with pepper to taste. Drizzle with oil and lemon juice; toss to coat. Place vegetables on grill rack. Grill 4 minutes per side. Remove from grill and sprinkle with rosemary and cheese. Serve warm or at room temperature.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI AND TOMATOES WITH FETA SAUCE



Grilled Zucchini and Tomatoes with Feta Sauce image

Categories     Cheese     Tomato     Vegetable     Appetizer     Side     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Backyard BBQ     Feta     Zucchini     Summer     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 first-course servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 oz mild feta cheese (preferably French; 1/2 cup)
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons water
2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon minced garlic
2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil
2 medium zucchini (1 lb total)
3/4 lb cherry tomatoes (preferably on the vine, cut into 4 bunches)
1/4 teaspoon salt
Special Equipment
an adjustable-blade slicer

Steps:

  • Prepare grill for cooking over medium-hot charcoal (moderate heat for gas). (If using a charcoal grill, open vents on bottom of grill, then light charcoal. When Charcoal turns grayish white (about 15 minutes from lighting), hold your hand 5 inches above grill rack to determine heat for charcoal as follows: Hot: When you can hold your hand there for 1 to 2 seconds; Medium-hot: 3 to 4 seconds; Low: 5 to 6 seconds. If using a gas grill, preheat burners on high, covered, 10 minutes, then, if necessary, reduce to heat specified in recipe.)
  • Purée feta, sour cream, water, lemon juice, and garlic in a food processor until smooth, then, with motor running, add 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in a slow stream. Add basil and salt and pepper to taste and pulse until just combined.
  • Thinly slice zucchini lengthwise (just under 1/8 inch thick) using slicer. Toss zucchini and tomatoes (on the vine) in a large bowl with salt and remaining tablespoon oil. If using loose cherry tomatoes, thread onto skewers. Grill vegetables, in batches if necessary, on oiled grill rack, turning over once with tongs, until just tender, 3 to 5 minutes total per batch. Serve with sauce.

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