Sugar-Free Fresh Zucchini Salad
Refresh your palate with this vibrant and healthy Sugar-Free Fresh Zucchini Salad, a perfect choice for those seeking a light, nutrient-packed dish without added sugars. Featuring tender ribbons of zucchini tossed with fragrant fresh basil, crunchy almonds, and a drizzle of tangy lemon-olive oil dressing, this salad is a celebration of simple, wholesome flavors. A sprinkle of Parmesan cheese adds a touch of indulgence, while a hint of garlic and freshly cracked black pepper bring depth to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this salad makes an ideal appetizer, side dish, or light lunch. Whether you're embracing low-carb dining or simply craving a fresh summer salad, this recipe is sure to delight your taste buds!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 1 quarter cup almonds
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 small garlic clove
Instructions
Wash the zucchinis thoroughly under running water. Cut off the ends and using a vegetable peeler, slice the zucchini into thin ribbons lengthwise. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Roughly chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl with the zucchini.
Finely chop the almonds or lightly crush them using a mortar and pestle. Add the almonds to the bowl.
If using a whole block of Parmesan cheese, grate it finely to measure 0.5 cups and add to the salad mixture.
In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, kosher salt, black pepper, and finely minced garlic clove. Whisk the dressing until the olive oil is emulsified and ingredients are well combined.
Pour the dressing over the zucchini ribbons mixture and gently toss to coat everything evenly, ensuring all zucchini ribbons are covered.
Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the zucchini to soak in the dressing.
Serve immediately or refrigerate the salad for up to 2 hours before serving to let the flavors develop more. Enjoy this fresh and light salad alone or pair it with your favorite protein.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1455 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 114.1 g | 146% | |
| Saturated Fat | 18.3 g | 92% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 44 mg | 15% | |
| Sodium | 4346 mg | 189% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.2 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.7 g | ||
| Protein | 49.2 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 917 mg | 71% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 965 mg | 21% | |
*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.
