Moorish Zucchini Salad Ensalada De Calabacines a La Morisco
Transport your taste buds to the heart of Andalusia with this Moorish Zucchini Salad (Ensalada de Calabacines a la Morisco), a vibrant and flavorful dish that beautifully marries Mediterranean and North African culinary traditions. Delicately sautéed zucchini ribbons are draped in a warm, aromatic dressing infused with garlic, cumin, smoked paprika, and zesty lemon juice. Topped with a medley of toasted slivered almonds, sweet golden raisins, and fresh parsley, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this versatile recipe can be served warm or at room temperature as a light appetizer, side dish, or even the star of a plant-based meal. Perfect for those seeking bold, healthy, and globally inspired dishes, this salad is as visually stunning as it is satisfying.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons slivered almonds (toasted)
- 2 tablespoons golden raisins
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Trim both ends of the zucchini and slice them lengthwise into thin strips using a mandoline or vegetable peeler.
Heat 1 tablespoon of the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the zucchini strips in batches, cooking for 1-2 minutes per side until just tender and slightly golden. Remove and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low. Add the remaining olive oil and minced garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, but be careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the ground cumin and smoked paprika, letting the spices toast gently for 30 seconds.
Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper to create a warm, spiced dressing.
Transfer the zucchini strips to a serving platter and drizzle the warm dressing evenly over them.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley, toasted slivered almonds, and golden raisins over the zucchini.
Serve the salad warm or at room temperature, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
744 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.6 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 6777 mg | 295% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 70.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 55.7 g | ||
| Protein | 11.4 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 224 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 6.0 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1836 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
