Grilled Summer Squash with Lemon-Scallion Dressing

Name: Grilled Summer Squash with Lemon-Scallion Dressing
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 8 serving(s)
Ingredients: Canola oil for grill grates; 3 small zucchini (about 1 pound), halved lengthwise; 3 small yellow squash (about 1 pound), halved lengthwise; 2 tbsp. olive oil, divided; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 1/2 tsp. lemon zest, plus 1/2 a whole lemon; 1/2 small jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced; 1/2 tsp. pure honey; 2 scallions, thinly sliced; 1/2 c. fresh basil, torn

This side will get everyone eating their vegetables.

By Taylor MurrayPublished: Jun 26, 2019

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grilled summer squash with lemon scallion dressing

Brian Woodcock

Yields:

8 serving(s)

Total Time:

35 mins

Jalapeños give this summer side dish a kick.

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Ingredients

Canola oil for grill grates
3 small zucchini (about 1 pound), halved lengthwise
3 small yellow squash (about 1 pound), halved lengthwise
2 Tbsp. olive oil, divided
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 tsp. lemon zest, plus 1/2 a whole lemon
1/2 small jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 tsp. pure honey
2 scallions, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh basil, torn

Directions

1. Step 1Set up grill for direct cooking and heat to medium-high. Once hot, clean and lightly oil grates with canola oil. Brush zucchini and squash with 1 tablespoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
2. Step 2Grill zucchini, squash, and lemon half, cut sides down, until charred and just tender, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board; cut zucchini and squash into 2-inch pieces.
3. Step 3Squeeze juice from grilled lemon into a bowl. Add lemon zest, jalapeño, honey, and remaining tablespoon olive oil and whisk to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Add zucchini, squash, scallions, and basil and toss to combine.