Grilled Vegetables with Feta

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
18%
Grilled Vegetables with Feta
45 min.
8
183kcal

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Elevate your dining experience with the vibrant and delectable Grilled Vegetables with Feta. This enticing side dish is not only a feast for the eyes but also a celebration of wholesome flavors and textures. Perfect for gatherings or a delightful family meal, this recipe effectively combines the sweetness of grilled bell peppers, zucchini, and portobello mushrooms with the tangy goodness of crumbled feta cheese. It’s a wonderful way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet while impressing your guests with a dish packed with color and taste.

What makes this recipe stand out is the crowd-pleasing balsamic vinaigrette that beautifully marries the various elements. The rich aroma of garlic and the unique touch of Dijon mustard create a dressing that's both zesty and savory, enhancing the natural flavors of the grilled produce. Plus, this dish is incredibly simple to prepare—with grilling taking just a few minutes, you can have it on the table in about 45 minutes.

Comforting yet refreshing, this dish is vegetarian and gluten-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. Serve it over a fluffy bed of hot basmati rice to complete the meal, and enjoy a satisfying blend of protein, healthy fats, and carbs. Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or simply looking for a nutritious side to accompany your favorite main course, Grilled Vegetables with Feta is sure to be a hit!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinegar 
  • teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • cups basmati rice hot cooked
  • tablespoons dijon mustard 
  • ounces feta cheese crumbled
  •  garlic clove minced
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • 16 inch portabello mushrooms 
  •  bell pepper red quartered
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • inch onion sweet
  •  bell pepper yellow quartered
  • pound zucchini halved lengthwise

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk
  • grill
  • cutting board

Directions

  1. Prepare grill.
  2. To prepare vinaigrette, combine first 6 ingredients in a small bowl; stir well with a whisk.
  3. To prepare vegetables, combine 1/4 cup vinaigrette, zucchini, and bell peppers in a large bowl.
  4. Brush remaining 1/4 cup vinaigrette over both sides of onion slices and mushroom caps.
  5. Place vegetables on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 2 1/2 minutes on each side or until vegetables are tender and browned.
  6. Place vegetables on a cutting board; cut each vegetable piece in half.
  7. Serve over rice; sprinkle with cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories183kcal
Protein9.89%
Fat27.86%
Carbs62.25%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40.88
Glycemic Load
25.18
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
10.526521601107%

Flavonoids

Luteolin
0.25mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.06mg
Quercetin
0.67mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:182.87kcal
9.14%
Fat:5.66g
8.71%
Saturated Fat:1.56g
9.78%
Carbohydrates:28.46g
9.49%
Net Carbohydrates:26.81g
9.75%
Sugar:3.5g
3.89%
Cholesterol:6.31mg
2.1%
Sodium:276.26mg
12.01%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.52g
9.04%
Vitamin C:56.88mg
68.95%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.52%
Vitamin B6:0.29mg
14.49%
Selenium:9.56µg
13.65%
Vitamin A:642.93IU
12.86%
Phosphorus:100.18mg
10.02%
Vitamin B2:0.15mg
8.86%
Potassium:284.65mg
8.13%
Folate:30.86µg
7.72%
Magnesium:28.13mg
7.03%
Fiber:1.65g
6.6%
Copper:0.13mg
6.59%
Vitamin B5:0.64mg
6.44%
Calcium:62.65mg
6.27%
Zinc:0.91mg
6.06%
Vitamin B3:1.18mg
5.9%
Vitamin E:0.87mg
5.79%
Vitamin K:5.89µg
5.61%
Vitamin B1:0.08mg
5.15%
Iron:0.74mg
4.14%
Vitamin B12:0.12µg
2.04%
Source:My Recipes