Grilled Radicchio and Avocado Salad with Zhug Recipe

Chef Asma

This Grilled Radicchio and Avocado Salad with Zhug is smoky, creamy, and spicy with a vibrant Middle Eastern twist. Perfect as a unique side or appetizer!

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 6

Total Time 16

Course Appetizer, Salad

Cuisine Middle Eastern-inspired

Servings 4 servings

Calories 180 kcal

Ingredients

1 head radicchio quartered
1-2 avocados sliced
Olive oil for grilling
1 cup fresh cilantro
1/2 cup fresh parsley
1 green chili seeded for less heat
2 cloves garlic
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground coriander
Juice of 1/2 lemon
1/4 cup olive oil for zhug
Salt to taste

Instructions

Make Zhug: Blend cilantro, parsley, chili, garlic, cumin, coriander, lemon juice, and olive oil. Add salt.
Prepare Radicchio: Slice radicchio, brush with oil.
Grill Radicchio: Grill radicchio until slightly charred.
Prepare Avocado: Slice avocado and brush with lemon.
Assemble Salad: Arrange radicchio and avocado, drizzle with zhug.

Notes

For a more mild flavor, substitute radicchio with grilled endive.

Keyword Grilled Salad, Healthy Salad, Radicchio Salad, Zhug Recipe