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Grilled Zucchini Nachos

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 8 minutes

Servings: 4

• 4 medium zucchini, sliced into 1/4-inch thick rounds
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• salt, to taste
• pepper, to taste
• 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 bag (5 ounces) Fresh Express Sweet & Crunchy Salad Blend
• 1 cup canned corn, cooked and drained
• 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup tomato, diced
• 1/4 cup green onions
• 1/4 cup red onions
• 1 jalapeno, finely diced (optional)
• 1 avocado, diced
• 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1 tablespoon sour cream

Heat grill to medium heat.

In large bowl, toss zucchini and olive oil to coat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.

Place zucchini on grill pan; grill 4-5 minutes until just tender. Top zucchini with cheese and cook until cheese melts, 1-2 minutes.

Remove from grill and place on plate or large platter. Top cheesy grilled zucchini with salad blend; corn; black beans; tomato; green and red onions; jalapeno, if desired; avocado; cilantro; and sour cream.