Sometimes you just have to give in to the heat. Here in DC, we're back in the thick of it. Hot and humid, and just nasty. The heat is great for growing squash, but really does a number on one's appetite. It's just too hot to eat.
With CSA delivery day coming, and with a lot of squash still in the fridge, I needed to do something that would use what I had left, yet was light enough to be appetizing. My decision was to go with another grilled salad. This one uses a very light citrus dressing, and lots of cilantro. Cilantro is one of those herbs that people either love, or hate. If you're not a fan, skip the cilantro and add very finely chopped ginger instead. Light and yummy.
Squash and Cilantro Salad
4 squash, ends cut off and cut in half
1/4 cup plus 1 T of Olive oil
salt and pepper
juice from 1/2 a lemon
juice from 1/2 a lime
1/2 tsp of hot sauce
1 tsp of dijon mustard
1/2 cup cilantro chopped
Use the 1/4 cup of olive oil to brush the cut side of the cut side of the squash. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on the grill, cut side down and grill until well browned. Once well browned turn over and cook the skin side. Once the skin side has a nice char, take off the grill and let cool. Once the squash has cooled, cut into 1/2 inch slices. Place the slices in a large bowl.
In a small bowl mix the hot sauce, lemon juice and the lime juice together. Slowly whisk in the remaining olive oil. Once well incorporated add the dijon mustard and mix well. Add the Cilantro. Pour over the squash and mix well.
Reviews: 8 year old wouldn't even put it on her plate. My 15 year old and her friend enjoyed it. Becca is not a huge cilantro fan. She liked it, but didn't love it.
There is lots of grilled squash left. More salads coming….
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