Shaved Zucchini Salad with Parmesan and Pine Nuts
Elevate your salad game with this refreshing and elegant Shaved Zucchini Salad with Parmesan and Pine Nuts—a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. Delicate ribbons of fresh zucchini are tossed in a bright, tangy dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and zest, then elevated with toasty pine nuts, nutty Parmesan shavings, and fragrant fresh basil. With just 15 minutes of prep and 5 minutes to toast the pine nuts, this no-cook recipe is as quick as it is stunning. Its crunchy texture, vibrant flavors, and minimalist ingredients make it an ideal side dish for summer gatherings, light lunches, or as a showstopping accompaniment to grilled entrees. Fresh, flavorful, and effortlessly beautiful, this zucchini salad is a must-try for lovers of seasonal produce and Mediterranean-inspired dishes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium zucchini
- 0.25 cup pine nuts
- 0.33 cup Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the zucchini. Use a vegetable peeler or mandoline to shave the zucchini into long, thin ribbons. Place in a large mixing bowl.
Heat a small skillet over medium heat. Add the pine nuts and toast them, stirring frequently, for about 2-3 minutes or until golden brown and fragrant. Remove from heat and let cool.
Shave the Parmesan cheese into thin slices using a vegetable peeler or grate it into small chunks. Set aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing over the shaved zucchini and gently toss to coat the ribbons evenly.
Add the toasted pine nuts, shaved Parmesan, and fresh basil leaves to the bowl. Give the salad one final, gentle toss to mix all ingredients together.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish. Garnish with extra Parmesan, basil, or a sprinkle of pine nuts, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
892 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 62.8 g | 81% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.5 g | 62% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 29 mg | 10% | |
| Sodium | 8260 mg | 359% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 66.2 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.2 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 56.0 g | ||
| Protein | 23.4 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 433 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 4.8 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1948 mg | 41% | |
*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.
