Summer Squash Salad with Lemon Capers and Parmesan
Bright, fresh, and delightfully simple, this Summer Squash Salad with Lemon Capers and Parmesan is the perfect no-cook dish for warm weather dining. Featuring tender ribbons of yellow summer squash and zucchini, this vibrant salad is elevated with the tangy zest of fresh lemon, briny capers, and rich shavings of Parmesan cheese. A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties everything together, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this light yet flavorful dish is ideal for picnics, barbecues, or as a refreshing side to your favorite grilled entrees. Perfect for highlighting the best of summer produce, this recipe is a must-try for fans of healthy, Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium Yellow summer squash
- 2 medium Zucchini
- 1 large Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Capers
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 ounce Grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the yellow summer squash and zucchini. Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, slice the squash into thin ribbons, discarding the ends.
Place the squash ribbons in a large salad bowl and set aside.
Zest the lemon into a small bowl, then slice the lemon in half and juice it into the same bowl. Remove any seeds.
To the lemon juice mixture, add capers, extra-virgin olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and 1/4 teaspoon of black pepper. Whisk together until well combined.
Pour the lemon-caper dressing over the squash ribbons and gently toss to coat evenly.
Shave the Parmesan into thin curls using a vegetable peeler, then sprinkle the shavings over the squash.
Finely chop the parsley and scatter it over the salad for a fresh finish.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes before serving for a slightly chilled salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
167 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.1 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 15% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 488 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 11.1 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 126 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 541 mg | 12% | |
*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.
