Zucchini and Tomato Salad
Bright, fresh, and full of vibrant flavors, this Zucchini and Tomato Salad is the perfect no-cook recipe for warm weather meals. Featuring tender ribbons of zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing drizzled over the top, this salad captures the essence of summer in every bite. Finished with fragrant fresh basil leaves and an optional sprinkle of parmesan cheese, it’s a light yet satisfying dish that pairs beautifully with grilled proteins or crusty bread. With just 15 minutes of prep time and no need for cooking, this veggie-packed salad is your go-to option for a quick and healthy lunch, a stunning side dish, or a refreshing appetizer.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium-sized zucchini
- 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
Wash the zucchini and trim the ends. Use a vegetable peeler or mandoline to slice the zucchini into thin ribbons.
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half.
Peel and finely mince the garlic clove.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Place the zucchini ribbons and halved cherry tomatoes in a large salad bowl.
Pour the dressing over the zucchini and tomatoes, and gently toss until evenly coated.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the salad.
If desired, sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top for added flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
805 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 58.6 g | 75% | |
| Saturated Fat | 16.5 g | 82% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 53 mg | 18% | |
| Sodium | 5757 mg | 250% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.4 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.8 g | ||
| Protein | 27.8 g | 56% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 820 mg | 63% | |
| Iron | 3.0 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1502 mg | 32% | |
*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.
