Description
Fresh Zucchini Salad is a vibrant, nutritious dish that captures the essence of summer with its colorful blend of vegetables. This delightful salad showcases spiralized zucchini, crunchy bell peppers, sweet carrots, and juicy cherry tomatoes, creating a refreshing medley perfect for picnics or light dinners. With no cooking required, this dish preserves the natural flavors and nutrients of its ingredients. Tossed in a simple olive oil and lemon dressing, it’s not only quick to prepare but also customizable to suit your taste. Whether served as a light main course or a side dish, this Zucchini Salad is bound to impress at any gathering.
Ingredients
- 5 medium zucchinis
- 2 small carrots
- 1 yellow bell pepper
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 10–15 walnuts
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Spiralize the zucchinis into noodles.
- Grate the carrots and chop the garlic and walnuts (keep some whole for garnish).
- In a mixing bowl, combine zucchini noodles, grated carrots, garlic, and walnuts.
- Slice bell pepper and cherry tomatoes; add them to the bowl and toss gently.
- Drizzle with olive oil, squeeze in lemon juice, and sprinkle salt; mix well.
- Garnish with chopped parsley and whole walnuts before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Raw preparation
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like basil or dill. Feel free to experiment with other vegetables such as cucumbers or radishes for varied textures.