Tomato Cucumber & Grilled Squash Salad

There's nothing like a fresh tomato and cucumber salad topped with grilled squash, fresh herbs and drizzled with a zesty lemon parmesan dressing, it's a refreshing, colorful delight, perfect for a hot day.

To make the dressing, mix together in a small bowl 1/4 cup of extra virgin olive oil, 2 tablespoons of grated Parmesan cheese, 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder, 3 tablespoons of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl. Stir until well combined. Set aside or chill.

Preheat the grill or grill pan to 400-450 degrees. Slice the zucchini and yellow squash lengthwise. Lightly coat them with extra virgin olive oil and season with salt and pepper.

Place the zucchini and yellow squash slices on a hot, oiled grill and cook for 3-5 minutes, or until grill marks appear.

Cut the grilled squash into your preferred sizes and toss them into a large serving bowl.

Halve the tomatoes and slice the cucumbers. Cut half of a red onion into half-moon slivers and add them to the bowl. Chop 1/8 cup each of basil and fresh mint leaves, then sprinkle them over the salad. Drizzle with dressing, toss everything together, and serve. Enjoy!