Grilled Vegetable Hero Recipe

Name: Grilled Vegetable Hero
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¾ cup mayonnaise; 3 garlic cloves, minced; 12 lemon, zested; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; 1 dash hot sauce (optional); kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 pint cherries or 1 pint grape tomatoes, cut in half; 1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings; 1 yellow bell pepper, quartered, remove seeds and ribs; 1 red bell pepper, quartered, remove seeds and ribs; 1 summer squash, sliced on the bias into 1/2-inch pieces; 1 zucchini, sliced on the bias into 1/2-inch pieces; ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil; kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste); 12 inches loaf italian bread with sesame seeds (can sub ciabatta); 1 (8 ounce) fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced (can sub Muenster, provolone, etc.); 1 handfull basil leaves

Servings: persons

¾ cup mayonnaise
3 garlic cloves, minced
12 lemon, zested
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1 dash hot sauce (optional)
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 pint cherries or 1 pint grape tomatoes, cut in half
1 medium red onion, cut into 1/2-inch rings
1 yellow bell pepper, quartered, remove seeds and ribs
1 red bell pepper, quartered, remove seeds and ribs
1 summer squash, sliced on the bias into 1/2-inch pieces
1 zucchini, sliced on the bias into 1/2-inch pieces
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
kosher salt & freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste)
12 inches loaf italian bread with sesame seeds (can sub ciabatta)
1 (8 ounce) fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced (can sub Muenster, provolone, etc.)
1 handfull basil leaves

1
To make the Lemon Mayonnaise: Combine together the mayonnaise, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, hot sauce if using, salt and pepper, to a small bowl.
2
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until needed.
3
To make the Sandwich: Preheat the grill to medium.
4
In a large bowl, toss the vegetables with olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste.
5
Arrange the vegetables on the grill, turning occasionally, until charred and tender, about 10 minutes.
6
Remove to a plate and sprinkle with red pepper flakes.
7
Slice the bread in half lengthwise with a serrated knife.
8
Toast the bread on the grill.
9
Remove the bread and evenly spread Lemon Mayonnaise on both sides.
10
Evenly divide the vegetables on the bottom halves of the bread.
11
Top with the sliced mozzarella (or cheese of choice) and a handful or so of the basil.
12
Cover with the top half of the bread and secure with toothpicks.
13
Slice into 4 portions and serve.

2465

kcal

Calories

203

Fat

133

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¾ cup mayonnaise, 3 garlic cloves, minced, 12 lemon, zested, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, and more.

Yes, Grilled Vegetable Hero falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Grilled Vegetable Hero

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