Grilled Zucchini with Nut Salsa, Mint & Ricotta

The key to avoiding a soggy mess when grilling summer squash is not to cut them too small and to make sure the fire is very, very hot. Also, it is not wise to season the pieces with salt in advance, as salt draws out moisture, leaving the outside of each piece wet, which prevents a good sear. We do not like to cook the life out of any vegetable, so we don’t let the zucchini spend more than a few moments over the heat. For recipes like this one where squash is the star, we always look for pe