While I rarely keep it simple in other aspects of life, I like my cooking to remain largely uncomplicated.
Seasons and ingredients offer a natural inspiration and when an herb garden and a grill are involved, less is most definitely more.
Join me in enjoying these last few days of al fresco dining by making this simply delicious and – dare I say it – piquant zucchini dish.
Tips: Treat the zucchini like eggplant in this recipe and salt, ‘sweat’ and then dry them before grilling.
Zucchini, lemon and feta
(adapted from Nigel Slater’s Tender)
- 3 zucchini
- 1 block of Greek feta
- zest of one lemon
- juice of half a lemon
- olive oil
- salt, pepper
- fresh basil
1. Slice the zucchini lengthwise into relatively thin strips. Salt them and set aside for 20-25 minutes as they ‘sweat.’ Dry with paper towels before grilling.
2. In the meantime, make the dressing by mixing the zest of a lemon with lemon juice and olive oil. Add salt and pepper and a handful of torn basil leaves.
3. Grill the zucchini, turning a few times. Grill the block of feta lightly, as well.
4. Toss the zucchini in the dressing and let stand for 10-15 minutes before serving with feta and more fresh basil, and, perhaps, another drizzle of good olive oil.
What a beautiful dish! perfect for this time of year!
Thank you, Cheri!
Now this is one heavenly dish! Love the simple flavours. Have a super weekend!
I really loved it. The dressing make the simple flavors pop! Hope you’re having a wonderful weekend too, Bam!
I love simple veggie recipes too. This looks great.
Thanks so much!
I love the green colour, it is so inviting – who can resist feta in anything? 😀
Delicious!
Cheers
Choc Chip Uru
I very much agree! 🙂
Simple perfection. Love it!
Thank you!
Just beautiful. Simple, good-quality ingredients that shine! Love the photos here Ksenia… that beautifully charred zucchini really speaks for itself. Love the addition of the lemon (I always do the same with my charred aubergine and zucchini!) xx
Thanks so much, Laura! So glad you enjoyed this one.