Grilled vegetable salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for a summer cookout or potluck. With its vibrant colors and flavorful ingredients, this salad is sure to please everyone at your table. The Neelys, a dynamic culinary duo known for their down-home cooking, have created a mouthwatering grilled vegetable salad recipe that is packed with flavor and will become a hit at your next gathering.
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
GRILLED VEGETABLE SALAD - DOWN HOME W/ THE NEELYS
Make and share this Grilled Vegetable Salad - Down Home W/ the Neelys recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Cristina Barry
Categories Vegetable
Time 17m
Yield 3 , 3 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat grill to medium.
- In a large bowl, toss the vegetables with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Grill the vegetables, turning occasionally, until charred and tender, about 5 to 7 minutes.
- Remove to a platter. Sprinkle with basil and feta.
- In a small bowl, mix garlic, balsamic vinegar, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle over vegetables.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 458.9, Fat 40.2, SaturatedFat 10.2, Cholesterol 33.8, Sodium 443.4, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 4.8, Sugar 8.5, Protein 9.7
NEELY'S BBQ PASTA SALAD
Provided by Patrick and Gina Neely : Food Network
Categories side-dish
Time 20m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Bring 4 quarts water to boil, in large pot, over high heat. Salt the water, add the pasta and cook until tender, about 10 minutes. Drain in a colander and allow to cool, then transfer to large bowl.
- In another large bowl, mix together vinegar, hot sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, mayonnaise and BBQ sauce. Add chopped vegetables and toss to coat. Pour BBQ dressing over pasta and mix well. Place the pork on top and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve, then garnish with parsley.
- In a medium saucepan, combine all ingredients. Bring mixture to a boil, reduce heat to simmer. Cook uncovered, stirring frequently, for 1 hour 15 minutes.
GRILLED VEGETABLE PASTA SALAD
This is a sensational pasta salad that can be created in just 35 minutes. You can cut back on the oil by finely chopping the peppers and onion to create a light sauce with their natural juices.
Provided by Chef mariajane
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat barbecue to medium high. Cook the pasta according to package directions, drain and toss with a drizzle of olive oil to prevent from sticking to each other. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, slice the onion into thick wedges and thread onto skewer, then brush with 1 teaspoons olive oil.
- In a bowl, toss the yellow pepper and asparagus with 2 teaspoons olive oil. Season the vegetables with 1/4 teaspoons each of the salt and pepper. Grill the yellow pepper and onion skewer until tender and charred, approximately 12 minutes. Grill the asparagus until lightly charred and tender-crisp, 4-8 minutes.
- Remove vegetables, let cool slightly. Finely chop the grilled pepper and onion. Chop asparagus into 1-inch pieces and set aside. In a large bowl, whisk together the remaining olive oil, salt and pepper as well as the vinegar and garlic paste and mustard. Mix in the onion, yellow pepper, asparagus, tomatoes, cheese, pasta and basil, coating all ingredients. Taste and adjust the seasoning, if necessary.
- Serve garnished with addition basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 327.9, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 1.6, Sodium 330.7, Carbohydrate 48.2, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 5.7, Protein 10.5
GRILLED VEGETABLE PESTO SANDWICHES
Grilling isn't just the pastime of meat eaters! Ask my vegetarian family members who love these wholesome sammies slathered with prepared pesto and stacked with char-kissed summer produce. -Tanya Mehta, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 40m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Slice zucchini and summer squash lengthwise into 1/4-in.-thick slices. Place in a large bowl with red pepper, onion, oil, paprika, garlic powder, vinegar, salt and pepper; toss to coat. , Grill vegetables on an oiled rack, covered, over medium heat, until crisp-tender, 3-4 minutes on each side. Remove and keep warm. Spread softened butter over cut sides of rolls. Grill rolls, cut side down, over medium heat until toasted, 30-60 seconds., To assemble, spread pesto over roll bottoms. Layer with zucchini, squash, red pepper and onion. Top with cheese. Grill, covered, until cheese is melted, 1-2 minutes. Remove from heat; top with salad mix and basil. Replace roll top. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 748 calories, Fat 37g fat (15g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 1476mg sodium, Carbohydrate 91g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
Tips:
- Choose fresh, seasonal vegetables. This will ensure that your salad is packed with flavor and nutrients.
- Cut the vegetables into uniform pieces. This will help them cook evenly.
- Toss the vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper before grilling. This will help them caramelize and develop a smoky flavor.
- Grill the vegetables over medium-high heat. This will help them cook quickly and evenly.
- Keep an eye on the vegetables while they are grilling. You don't want them to burn!
- Once the vegetables are grilled, let them cool slightly before assembling the salad. This will help prevent the salad from getting soggy.
- Add your favorite dressing and toppings to the salad. Some popular options include balsamic vinaigrette, olive oil and lemon juice, or crumbled feta cheese.
Conclusion:
Grilled vegetable salad is a delicious and healthy side dish or main course. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With so many different vegetables to choose from, there are endless possibilities for creating a unique and flavorful salad. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying meal, give grilled vegetable salad a try!
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