Grilled Zucchini Salad Recipe

• 1 lb Zucchini (scrubbed and trimmed)
• 3 tbsp extra-virgin Olive Oil
• Salt (to taste)
• Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 12 large fresh Mint Leaves (slivered)
• 2 tbsp fresh Parsley (finely chopped)
• 1 tbsp fresh Lemon Juice (to taste)
• 1 Garlic Clove (minced)
• ½ tsp Paprika
• ¼ tsp Cumin (ground)
• ¼ tsp White Pepper

• Preheat grill to high heat.
• Cut zucchini into ¼-inch slices length-wise.
• Brush each zucchini slice with 1 tbsp olive oil.
• Season the slices with salt and black pepper.
• Arrange the zucchini slices on the grill and cook for about 10 minutes, till they are tender and well browned. Make sure to turn them over using tongs, while grilling.
• Remove and turn them onto a cutting board. Let them cool.
• Further cut each zucchini slice on the diagonal into ¼-inch strips.
• Place the strips into a serving bowl.
• Add the remaining 2 tbsp olive oil, mint, parsley, lemon juice, garlic, paprika, cumin and white pepper. Toss the salad to evenly blend the strips.
• Serve at room temperature.