Zucchini Feta Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Zucchini Feta Salad is the perfect no-cook side dish for warm weather dining. Tender zucchini ribbons serve as the base, absorbing a zesty lemon-honey dressing made with extra virgin olive oil for a balance of tanginess and sweetness. Crumbled feta cheese brings a creamy, salty contrast, while fresh mint and parsley add vibrant herbal notes. Toasted pine nuts lend a subtle nuttiness and satisfyingly crunchy texture to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this healthy and gluten-free salad is ideal for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch. Pair it with grilled meats or serve alongside crusty bread for an elegant, crowd-pleasing dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 100 grams feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, thinly slice the zucchini into ribbons or rounds and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces and set it aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the zucchini slices and gently toss to coat all the pieces evenly.
Roughly chop the mint leaves and parsley, and sprinkle them over the salad.
Add the crumbled feta cheese and toasted pine nuts to the bowl.
Give the salad a gentle toss to evenly distribute the ingredients without breaking up the zucchini or feta.
Serve immediately as a crisp and flavorful side dish, or let it sit for 5-10 minutes to absorb the dressing. Optionally garnish with extra mint leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
903 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.7 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 20.4 g | 102% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 89 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 5462 mg | 237% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.0 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.5 g | ||
| Protein | 20.8 g | 42% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 572 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1100 mg | 23% | |
*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.
