Grilled Veg & Feta with Spiced Yogurt Dressing

Name: Grilled Veg & Feta with Spiced Yogurt Dressing
Cuisine: European, Mediterranean, Greek
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis (sliced into ½-inch planks); 1 large eggplant (sliced into rounds); 2 red bell peppers (quartered, seeds removed); 1 red onion (cut into wedges); 1 cup cherry tomatoes (left whole); 200g block feta cheese (cut into 4 thick slices); Olive oil (for brushing); ½ cup non-fat Greek yogurt; ¼ cup olive oil; 6 garlic cloves; 2 red Fresno chilies (seeded, adjust to 1 for milder); Optional: ½ habanero (seeded, omit for no heat); ½ cup diced red bell pepper; 1 Tbsp smoked paprika; 1 Tbsp fresh thyme; 1 tsp cayenne (reduce to ½ tsp if sensitive); 1½ tsp kosher salt; 1 tsp black pepper; ½ tsp onion powder; ¼ cup sherry vinegar; Juice of 2 lemons; Warm pita or crusty bread; Fresh thyme or parsley

9 steps

Updated at: Fri, 14 Feb 2025 16:52:21 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Good

Glycemic Index

Low

Glycemic Load

Moderate

Nutrition per serving

Calories460.3 kcal (23%)

Total Fat30.2 g (43%)

Carbs34.6 g (13%)

Sugars14.3 g (16%)

Protein15.9 g (32%)

Sodium1373.5 mg (69%)

Fiber8.4 g (30%)

% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Step 1

Blend all marinade ingredients (yogurt through lemon juice) until smooth. Divide into two portions: Marinade portion: ¾ cup (for veggies) Serving portion: ¼ cup (reserve in fridge for drizzling later)

Step 2

Toss zucchini, eggplant, bell peppers, and red onion in the ¾ cup marinade. Let sit 20-30 mins (no longer, to avoid sogginess).

Step 3

Keep cherry tomatoes and feta separate (marinade too acidic for tomatoes; feta will be added later).

Step 4

Preheat grill to 200°C (400°F).

Step 5

Veggies: Shake off excess marinade. Grill 4-5 mins per side until charred and tender. Remove to a platter.

Step 6

Cherry Tomatoes: Thread onto skewers or use a grill basket. Grill 2-3 mins until blistered.

Step 7

Feta: Brush lightly with olive oil. Grill 1-2 mins per side JUST until warm (to prevent melting).

Step 8

Arrange grilled veggies and tomatoes on a platter. Nestle warm feta slices among them. Drizzle with the reserved ¼ cup dressing and sprinkle with fresh herbs.

Step 9

With bread for scooping. Add a side of lemon-dressed couscous or farro if desired.