Smoky Grilled Veggie Salad with Crunchy Garlic Croutons | DishGen Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchinis, sliced lengthwise into ¼-inch strips
• 1 large red bell pepper, seeded and quartered
• 1 medium eggplant, cut into ½-inch rounds
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 4 cups mixed salad greens (arugula, spinach, or spring mix)
• 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
• 4 cups day-old bread, cubed (for croutons)
• 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp maple syrup or agave nectar
• Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)