Chargrilled Veggie, Mozzarella & Cranberry Salad Recipe

This fresh, green, and utterly tasty salad pairs perfectly with our Roast Turkey with Cashew Stuffing for the Christmas spread! Simple and quick, you can even prepare it before your guests arrive and add the mozzarella and cranberries just before serving. 

Chargrilled Veggie, Mozzarella, and Cranberry Salad

Serves 8-10 as a side
 

Ingredients: 

  • 5 zucchinis, cut lengthways into quarters 
  • 2 bunches of asparagus, ends trimmed 
  • 1-2 bunches broccolini 
  • 150 grams fresh mozzarella 
  • 1/3 cup dried cranberries 
  • 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil + drizzle extra for veggies 
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste 

 

Method:

  1. Heat a BBQ grill or a chargrill pan over high heat. 
  2. Add cranberries, lemon juice, ΒΌ cup extra virgin olive oil to a bowl. Season with salt and pepper and set aside to marinate. 
  3. Toss zucchini, asparagus and broccolini in a large bowl with a drizzle of olive oil and salt and pepper. 
  4. Cook in batches over high heat until chargrilled and tender. 
  5. Transfer to a serving platter. 
  6. Slice or tear mozzarella and place on top of the vegetables.
  7. Spoon over the marinated cranberries. 
  8. Serve and enjoy!