Description
Light, fresh, and bursting with flavor, this zucchini ribbon salad is a perfect summer side dish or starter. Thin ribbons of zucchini meet zesty lemon, savory Parmesan, and a hint of mint for a salad that’s as beautiful as it is delicious. A sprinkle of pine nuts adds the perfect crunch. Make it in minutes and impress anyone at your table.
Ingredients
5 small zucchini, trimmed and peeled into ribbons
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tbsp olive oil
½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
2 tbsp toasted pine nuts
1 tbsp finely chopped fresh mint
Instructions
Use a vegetable peeler to slice zucchini into thin ribbons.
Place ribbons in a bowl and season lightly with salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, whisk together lemon juice and olive oil.
Drizzle the dressing over the zucchini and toss gently to coat.
Add the shaved Parmesan, pine nuts, and mint.
Toss again just before serving and plate beautifully.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: 180kcal/serving
- Sugar: 3g/serving
- Fat: 15g/serving
- Carbohydrates: 6g/serving
- Fiber: 2g/serving
- Protein: 7g/serving