Grilled Zucchini with White Cheese and Zucchini Flowers

Gluten Free
Health score
40%
Grilled Zucchini with White Cheese and Zucchini Flowers
15 min.
4
380kcal

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If you're looking for a quick and delicious side dish that celebrates the flavors of summer, look no further than this Grilled Zucchini with White Cheese and Zucchini Flowers. With a cooking time of just 15 minutes, this gluten-free delight is perfect for those warm evenings when you want a fresh and vibrant addition to your meal. The tender zucchini strips, kissed by the grill, have a slight char that enhances their natural sweetness, while the delicate zucchini flowers add an elegant touch and an enticing visual appeal.

This dish features soft white cheese, such as creamy feta or tangy goat cheese, which crumbles beautifully over the grilled vegetables, providing a rich contrast to the lightness of the zucchini. A drizzle of zesty lemon juice and aromatic olive oil ties everything together, while toasted nigella seeds introduce a subtle, nutty flavor that will have your guests asking for seconds. The combination of flavors and textures is simply irresistible!

Whether you're hosting a summer barbecue or looking for a light accompaniment to your favorite protein, this recipe is sure to impress. It serves four, making it an excellent choice for family gatherings or casual get-togethers with friends. Embrace the deliciousness of fresh produce and elevate your dining experience with this Grilled Zucchini with White Cheese and Zucchini Flowers!

Ingredients

  • ounces cheese white such as feta or goat soft
  •  juice of lemon 
  • tablespoons olive oil 
  • servings pepper black freshly ground
  • teaspoon nigella seeds toasted
  •  zucchini sliced lengthwise into thin strips
  •  zucchini cleaned trimmed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • grill
  • grill pan

Directions

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a heavy ridged grill pan. Grill the zucchini strips, roughly 1 minute on each side, until just golden brown.
  2. Remove and cool. You may need to do these in batches.
  3. Place the cooked zucchini in a large bowl, add the zucchini flowers, crumble in the cheese, and season to taste.
  4. Mix the lemon juice, remaining olive oil and nigella seeds in a small bowl.
  5. Drizzle over the zucchini, flowers, and cheese, toss gently and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories380kcal
Protein17.4%
Fat66.83%
Carbs15.77%

Properties

Glycemic Index
22.25
Glycemic Load
1.74
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
25.321304424949%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.37mg
Hesperetin
1.09mg
Naringenin
0.1mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
2.94mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:379.5kcal
18.97%
Fat:29.4g
45.23%
Saturated Fat:11.43g
71.43%
Carbohydrates:15.61g
5.2%
Net Carbohydrates:11.05g
4.02%
Sugar:11.4g
12.66%
Cholesterol:49.61mg
16.54%
Sodium:360.05mg
15.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:17.22g
34.44%
Vitamin C:81.84mg
99.2%
Calcium:422.31mg
42.23%
Manganese:0.8mg
39.96%
Phosphorus:395.56mg
39.56%
Vitamin B6:0.76mg
37.84%
Vitamin B2:0.63mg
37.33%
Potassium:1198.37mg
34.24%
Folate:117.78µg
29.44%
Vitamin A:1380.11IU
27.6%
Vitamin K:26.64µg
25.37%
Magnesium:93.4mg
23.35%
Zinc:3.24mg
21.58%
Selenium:14.93µg
21.34%
Fiber:4.58g
18.3%
Vitamin E:2.43mg
16.17%
Vitamin B1:0.21mg
14.32%
Copper:0.25mg
12.63%
Vitamin B5:1.12mg
11.16%
Vitamin B3:2.02mg
10.11%
Iron:1.79mg
9.92%
Vitamin B12:0.53µg
8.76%
Vitamin D:0.3µg
1.98%