GRILLED SUMMER VEGETABLES WITH HARISSA DRESSING

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Grilled Summer Vegetables with Harissa Dressing image

Provided by Rick Rodgers

Categories     Side     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Backyard BBQ     Dinner     Lunch     Eggplant     Bell Pepper     Zucchini     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons harissa powder
1 red bell pepper, quartered, seeded
1 1 1/2-pound eggplant, trimmed, cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds
4 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise, then crosswise
6 large green lettuce leaves
3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
Lemon wedges (for garnish)
Ingredient info: Harissa powder is a spice blend sold at Middle Eastern markets, specialty foods stores, and online at wholespice.com. If unavailable, combine 2 teaspoons ground coriander; 1 1/2 teaspoons ancho chile powder; 1 teaspoon each garlic powder, paprika, and cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt; and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.

Steps:

  • Whisk 1/2 cup oil, lemon juice, and harissa in medium bowl. Season dressing with salt.
  • Prepare barbecue (high heat). Grill bell pepper quarters, skin side down, until skin is blackened all over (do not turn). Reduce heat to medium (if using gas grill) or let coals cool slightly (if using charcoal grill). Pour remaining 3 tablespoons oil onto rimmed baking sheet. Place eggplant rounds and zucchini on prepared sheet; turn to coat. Sprinkle vegetables with salt and pepper. Grill until charred in spots and cooked through, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes. Return vegetables to same sheet. Peel peppers. DO AHEAD: Dressing and vegetables can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
  • Line platter with lettuce. Cut eggplant rounds crosswise in half; arrange in concentric circles atop outside edge of lettuce, leaving center empty. Cut bell pepper and zucchini into 1-inch pieces; mound in center. Drizzle some of dressing over. Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve with lemon wedges; pass additional dressing.

Borodband Zone
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I'm not a huge fan of harissa, but I thought the dressing was delicious. It wasn't too spicy, and it really complemented the grilled vegetables.


Ahmed Nasru
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This dish is perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great side dish for grilled meats or fish.


Cameron Payne
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I'm always looking for new ways to cook vegetables, and this recipe is a great option. It's healthy and delicious, and it's easy to make.


Kyenell Medley
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the grilled zucchini and bell peppers.


El Astro
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I love the smoky flavor that the grilled vegetables have. It really adds to the overall flavor of the dish.


Zia Op
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This dish is perfect for a summer cookout. It's light and refreshing, and it's easy to make ahead of time.


Richie Kiromo
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I'm a vegetarian and I'm always looking for new and exciting vegetable dishes. This one definitely fits the bill. It's healthy, flavorful, and easy to make. I'll be making it again and again.


Genesis Ocampo
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The harissa dressing is what really makes this dish special. It's spicy and tangy, and it pairs perfectly with the grilled vegetables.


Nick Mini
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I love the simplicity of this dish. It's easy to make and the results are always impressive. I've made it several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Abimbola Damilola Peter
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This recipe is a keeper! The vegetables were grilled perfectly and the harissa dressing was delicious. I served it with grilled chicken and it was a hit with the whole family.


Lokesh Bhandari
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I'm not a big fan of vegetables, but this dish changed my mind. The grilled summer vegetables were so flavorful and juicy, and the harissa dressing was the perfect complement. I'll definitely be making this again.


James Henderson
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This grilled vegetable dish was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly vibrant and smoky, and the harissa dressing added a nice spicy kick. I especially loved the zucchini and bell peppers, they were grilled to perfection. Overall, this is