Grilled Panzanella Salad with Bell Peppers, Summer Squash, and Tomatoes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
67%
Grilled Panzanella Salad with Bell Peppers, Summer Squash, and Tomatoes
45 min.
8
249kcal

Suggestions

This grilled panzanella salad is a delicious and healthy dish that's perfect for summer. It's packed with fresh vegetables like bell peppers, summer squash, and tomatoes, and it's full of flavor from the grilled bread, herbs, and lemon dressing. This salad is a great way to enjoy the best of summer produce, and it's a perfect side dish for any barbecue or picnic. It's also a very healthy option, as it's low in calories and fat and packed with nutrients and antioxidants from the vegetables. The grilled bread adds a nice crunch and a smoky flavor that takes this salad to the next level. The herbs and lemon dressing add a bright, fresh flavor that complements the grilled vegetables perfectly. This salad is also very easy to make and can be prepared in just 45 minutes. It's a great dish to make ahead of time, as the flavors only get better as it sits. So if you're looking for a delicious, healthy, and easy summer dish, this grilled panzanella salad is a perfect choice.

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds bell pepper assorted cut into 1 1/2-inch-wide strips ( 3 large)
  • 1.5 pounds bell pepper assorted cut into 1 1/2-inch-wide strips ( 3 large)
  • tablespoons capers drained
  • 12 ounce ciabatta bread 1-inch-thick trimmed to expose bread, cut crosswise into slices
  • 0.3 cup herbs: rosemary fresh assorted coarsely chopped (such as chives, dill, chervil, and tarragon)
  •  garlic clove peeled cut into thirds
  • 0.3 cup juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoon lemon zest grated
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 cup parsley fresh italian chopped
  • medium size onion red cut into 1/4-inch-thick rounds
  • tablespoons red wine vinegar 
  • 1.5 pounds summer squash assorted cut lengthwise into 1/3-inch-thick slices
  •  tomatoes cored cut into 3/4-inch dice, juices reserved

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Prepare barbecue (medium heat).
  2. Brush both sides of bell peppers, squash, onion, and bread slices lightly with olive oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill vegetables until tender and brown, about 4 minutes per side for peppers and squash and 3 minutes per side for onion. Grill bread until browned and crisp, turning occasionally, about 4 minutes. Cool slightly. Rub bread with cut sides of garlic. Tear bread into 3/4-inch pieces; place in very large bowl.
  3. Cut grilled vegetables into 1-inch pieces; add to bread in bowl.
  4. Whisk first 3 ingredients in small bowl to blend. Gradually whisk in 1/3 cup oil. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper.
  5. Add dressing, tomatoes with juices, and all remaining ingredients to salad; toss.
  6. Let stand 20 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts

Calories249kcal
Protein10.48%
Fat34.52%
Carbs55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
31.88
Glycemic Load
3.28
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
23.719130484954%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.21mg
Apigenin
12.13mg
Luteolin
1.11mg
Isorhamnetin
0.69mg
Kaempferol
2.85mg
Myricetin
0.87mg
Quercetin
6.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:248.83kcal
12.44%
Fat:10.09g
15.52%
Saturated Fat:1.58g
9.85%
Carbohydrates:36.17g
12.06%
Net Carbohydrates:30.41g
11.06%
Sugar:10.29g
11.43%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:277.39mg
12.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Protein:6.89g
13.78%
Vitamin C:246.93mg
299.31%
Vitamin A:6101.66IU
122.03%
Vitamin K:110.32µg
105.07%
Vitamin B6:0.72mg
36.21%
Folate:118.47µg
29.62%
Vitamin E:4.24mg
28.3%
Fiber:5.75g
23.01%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.7%
Potassium:682.32mg
19.49%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.61%
Vitamin B3:2.29mg
11.43%
Magnesium:42.22mg
10.56%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.19%
Phosphorus:89.26mg
8.93%
Iron:1.57mg
8.71%
Vitamin B5:0.74mg
7.39%
Zinc:0.8mg
5.33%
Copper:0.11mg
5.3%
Calcium:40.38mg
4.04%
Source:Epicurious