Grilled Zucchini with Lemon Yogurt, Feta & Mint
Amy
Grilled Zucchini with Lemon Yogurt, Feta & Mint is a vibrant dish that brings summer to your plate in just 10 minutes. The zucchini, lightly charred and tender, pairs perfectly with creamy, tangy lemon yogurt and crumbly feta.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 5 minutes mins
Total Time 10 minutes mins
grilled zucchini
- 3 small-medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise, cut in half horizontally
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 1 small lemon, juiced
lemony yogurt, with feta & mint
- ½ cup whole milk Greek yogurt
- 1 small lemon, zested
- ½ clove garlic, finely minced
- ¼ cup crumbled feta cheese
- ¼ cup fresh mint
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Preheat a grill to high heat. Toss the zucchini lightly with olive oil and pinches of salt and pepper. Grill cut side-down for 2 minutes, then flip and grill skin-side down for 3 to 4 minutes or until char marks form. Remove from the grill, transfer to a plate, and squeeze with lemon juice.
In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, lemon zest, garlic, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Spread the yogurt on a medium serving platter, top with the zucchini, feta, mint, and red pepper flakes. Season to taste and serve.
Keyword feta cheese, fresh mint, grilled zucchini, lemon yogurt, summer recipe