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Grilled Feta with Zucchini and Tomatoes on Pita – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Grilled Feta with Zucchini and Tomatoes on Pita

Elevate your summer grilling with this easy and delicious Mediterranean-inspired dish. Creamy, warm feta cheese is paired with smoky, charred zucchini, sweet red onion, and juicy tomatoes, all piled onto warm pita bread and drizzled with a tangy dressing.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 404 serving
Calories: 404
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1 8-ounce / 225 g (7.9 oz) block feta cheese, quartered
  • 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise
  • 1 medium red onion, cut into 1⁄2-inch / 1.25 cm slices
  • 1⁄4 cup / 60 ml bottled Italian salad dressing, divided
  • Salt, to taste
  • Ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon (15 ml / 0.5 fl oz) honey
  • 4 pita bread rounds
  • 2 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • Halloumi is a fantastic substitute for feta as it holds its shape beautifully on the grill and gets a delicious, squeaky texture.
  • No cast-iron skillet? Create a sturdy boat for the feta using a double layer of heavy-duty aluminum foil. Just fold up the edges to keep the cheese contained.
  • Feel free to add other grill-friendly vegetables like bell peppers, mushrooms, or asparagus. Toss them in the same dressing and adjust grilling time as needed.
  • For a lighter meal, skip the pita and serve the grilled feta and vegetables over a bed of fresh arugula or mixed greens.

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, gently toss the quartered feta, zucchini halves, and onion slices with 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of the Italian dressing.
  2. Season generously with salt and pepper and set aside.
  3. Preheat your grill to medium heat (about 350-450°F or 175-230°C (450°F)).
  4. Place a 6-inch cast-iron skillet on the grates to preheat.
  5. Place the zucchini and onion directly on the grill rack.
  6. Grill for about 8 minutes, flipping once, until tender and nicely charred.
  7. Remove the vegetables from the grill.
  8. Add the pita bread and tomato wedges to the grill.
  9. Grill for about 2 minutes, or until the pitas are toasted and the tomatoes are lightly charred.
  10. Carefully place the feta cheese quarters in the hot skillet on the grill.
  11. Cook for 1 to 2 minutes, just until the cheese is softened and warmed through.
  12. Remove the skillet, pitas, and tomatoes from the grill.
  13. To serve, cut the grilled zucchini into bite-sized chunks.
  14. Arrange the softened feta, grilled vegetables, and tomatoes on a platter with the warm pita bread.
  15. Drizzle everything with the remaining 2 tablespoons (30 ml / 1 fl oz) of salad dressing and the honey.
  16. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 404kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 15gFat: 17g

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