2poundsof grilling vegetables such as pepperseggplant, zucchini, summer squash and/or scallions (or any other vegetables you like)
3tablespoonsextra virgin olive oildivided
1tablespoonred wine vinegar
2teaspoonswhole grain Dijon mustard
1/2teaspoonAleppo pepperor to taste (see Notes)
2medium shallotsthinly sliced
½cupfresh basilthinly sliced
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Cut vegetables into large enough pieces so that they don’t fall through the grill grates – eggplant, zucchini and summer squash can be cut into rounds or lengthwise. Toss in a large bowl with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and a little Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside.
Whisk red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, Aleppo pepper, shallots and basil in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in 2 tablespoons olive oil. Season with Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Using a gas grill, heat all of the burners to high. Once the grill is heated up, clear the grates with a grill brush. Keep all burners on high during grilling.
Spread the vegetables out on the grill. Flipping occasionally, grill until well browned, about 3 to 15 minutes depending on the vegetables. Close the lid between flipping.
Transfer the dressing to the large bowl that had contained the uncooked vegetables. Add the cooked vegetables to the bowl as they come off the grill and toss with the dressing. Let sit for 5 minutes.
Transfer vegetables to a platter for serving. Serve at room temperature.
Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring to room temperature before serving.
Notes
* This recipe is adaptable. Mix up the vegetables, try a different vinegar, use a different hot spice (or leave it out entirely) or add more fresh herbs. * If you don’t have Aleppo pepper, substitute 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (or to taste), ideally ground using a mortar and pestle.