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Grilled Yellow Squash with Fresh Dill Vinaigrette and Feta

June 8, 2010 by Nicole 25 Comments

Grilled Squash with Feta

I’m not sure what the weather is like in your neck of the woods, but here in California it’s definitely grilling season.  While I’m a big fan of grilled meat, I think I might like grilled squash even more.  Usually I do nothing more than dress some zucchini slices with olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper before tossing them on the grill, but I wanted to do something a little different with the gorgeous yellow squash I picked up at the Farmer’s Market last week.  I hope you enjoy it!

Grilled Yellow Squash with Fresh Dill Vinaigrette and Feta

4 – 6 small yellow squash (or zucchini)
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons sherry vinegar (or substitute your favorite vinegar)
2 tablespoons fresh chopped dill
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 shallot, sliced
salt and pepper to taste
4 – 6 small yellow squash (or zucchini)
crumbled feta cheese

1. Preheat gas grill or prepare coals for charcoal grill
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together mustard, vinegar, and chopped dill.  Slowly whisk in olive oil, season with salt and pepper to taste, then stir in shallot slices;  set aside.
3. Slice squash in half, lengthwise, then add them all to the bowl of vinaigrette.  Toss to coat.
4. Remove squash from marinade and grill over medium-high heat for a couple of minutes on each side until grill marks appear and the squash is just tender.  Remove to a plate, spoon remaining vinaigrette over the squash and sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese.  Serve immediately.

Dill Vinaigrette with Shallot Slices

Yellow Squash Tossed with Vinaigrette

Grilled Yellow Squash with Dill Vinaigrette

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  1. 12th Man says

    June 8, 2010 at 3:34 am

    I've had a million excuses for never starting my own herb garden, but this is yet another reminder of what I'm missing. So off to get some containers I go ...
    Reply
  2. pam says

    June 8, 2010 at 3:59 am

    I never even liked squash until I had it grilled. Now I love it!
    Reply
  3. bellini valli says

    June 8, 2010 at 6:26 am

    This sounds delicious and would work for zucchini too to give it that Greek twist:D
    Reply
  4. DessertForTwo says

    June 8, 2010 at 6:38 am

    I think you're the first blogger to post a summer squash recipe so far. Thank you! I'm already over-run with zucchini and it's only June! I can't wait to try this!
    Reply
  5. Sara says

    June 8, 2010 at 7:11 am

    Mmmm! That looks yummy! Definitely going to try this soon. I have about 30 dill volunteers in my garden this year. It's crazy!
    Reply
  6. Joellen says

    June 8, 2010 at 7:23 am

    I must say your pictures always look so tempting - I too am just beginning a herb garden - and I am in NY at the other end of the US
    Reply
  7. arundati says

    June 8, 2010 at 7:33 am

    this looks so good... will try this soon
    Reply
  8. Lizzie says

    June 8, 2010 at 7:36 am

    I always struggle with finding ideas of what to do with dill; this looks ideal, and gorgeous.
    Reply
  9. arugulove says

    June 8, 2010 at 8:08 am

    This looks amazing! I love the flavor combination here.
    Reply
  10. Alta says

    June 8, 2010 at 8:38 am

    A dill vinaigrette! How perfect - I was planning on grilling some veggies (asparagus, yellow squash, red bell pepper) alongside some chicken tomorrow night. I have leftover dill from making pickles, so this will be perfect!
    Reply
  11. Joanne says

    June 8, 2010 at 10:19 am

    I definitely like grilled squash and grilled eggplant a lot more than grilled meat. That sweet smoky flavor that comes out...amazing. I love the vinaigrette for this...and the feta - perfect choice!
    Reply
  12. Beau says

    June 8, 2010 at 11:46 am

    There is no local squash to be had yet in my corner of Kansas, so I'll just have to stare and drool at the pictures a bit longer...
    Reply
  13. Robin says

    June 8, 2010 at 12:37 pm

    This sounds wonderful! I live in the South and my garden is producing lots of squash right now, definitely needed something new to try. Thanks! :)
    Reply
  14. Georgia says

    June 8, 2010 at 4:25 pm

    Wow, I can almost taste this. I think some people have issues with dill, I don't know why, but I love it.
    Reply
  15. Apeksha says

    June 9, 2010 at 12:29 am

    those look so fresh and healthy! i love the flavor of dill.....am sure they will taste awesome too!
    Reply
  16. Jodi says

    June 9, 2010 at 6:16 am

    Wow, another great recipe to add to my summer grilling rotation. I can't wait to plan my next barbecue and feature all of these!
    Reply
  17. Kalyn says

    June 9, 2010 at 6:25 am

    Love this; grilled vegetables are always good!
    Reply
  18. Ellen @ I Am Gluten Free says

    June 9, 2010 at 8:12 am

    Naturally gluten free - what could be better for those of us who follow a gluten free lifestyle. Thanks for the beautiful recipe and pictures!
    Reply
  19. Fig and Cherry says

    June 16, 2010 at 12:14 am

    Absolutely beautiful! Such delicious simplicity and I love the colour of these too.
    Reply
  20. Steffi says

    July 10, 2010 at 7:21 am

    I stumbled across your website from another blog i follow, and WOW. I have already made your cucumber salad, sweet potato fries, and the squash. TO RAVE REVIEWS!!! Keep on blogging, so I can keep on cooking! :)
    Reply

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