Zippy Zucchini Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant and healthy Zippy Zucchini Salad, a no-cook recipe that's ready in just 15 minutes! Featuring tender zucchini ribbons tossed in a tangy lemon dressing with a touch of honey and garlic, this salad is a refreshing blend of zesty, sweet, and savory flavors. Fresh parsley and mint add a burst of herbaceousness, while a sprinkle of red chili flakes gives it just the right amount of heat. Finished with nutty toasted almonds and salty Parmesan cheese, this summer-inspired dish is as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect as a light side dish or a stunning addition to your next picnic, this gluten-free and vegetarian salad is a feast for both the eyes and the palate.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium zucchini
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese
- 0.25 cups toasted almonds
Instructions
Wash the zucchini thoroughly and trim the ends.
Using a spiralizer or vegetable peeler, create zucchini ribbons or noodles. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, lemon zest, olive oil, honey, and finely minced garlic to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the zucchini ribbons and gently toss to coat.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and mint, then sprinkle them into the salad along with the red chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Toss again to evenly distribute the flavors.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and top with shaved parmesan cheese and toasted almonds.
Serve immediately for the freshest flavors or refrigerate for up to 1 hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
760 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 51.4 g | 66% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.1 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 22 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 6940 mg | 302% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.4 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 48.8 g | ||
| Protein | 21.8 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 506 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 7.1 mg | 39% | |
| Potassium | 1793 mg | 38% | |
*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.
