Griddled zucchini and mozzarella salad

This griddled zucchini and mozzarella salad is spiced up with an interesting pistachio and chilli dressing. Perfect for a lazy, summery lunch or brunch.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 10

Resting Time 4

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 people

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 1234

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

1 buffalo mozzarella
1 zucchini courgette
2 pita breads
2 large handfuls of rocket & watercress salad
1 Tbsp olive oil
Dressing: 1 Tbsp olive oil 1 Tbsp chopped pistachios, 1 tsp white wine vinegar, ½ teaspoon, ½ tsp minced garlic, 2 pinches of dried chilli flakes
salt and pepper

Method

Mix together the dressing and set aside.
Using a vegetable peeler, slice the courgettes into ribbons. Mix with the oil & seasoning then griddle until slightly charred.
Toast, grill or griddle the pita until crisp and lightly charred.
Scatter the salad leaves onto a serving dish. Add the courgette ribbons.
Drain the mozzarella, tear into rough chunks then add to the salad.
Cut the bread into wedges and tuck these into the salad too.
Serve immediately.