Zucchini Salad with Lemon & Parmesan (Print View)

Elegant salad with zucchini, lemon, and Parmesan.

# Components:

β†’ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium zucchini
02 - 1 small shallot, thinly sliced

β†’ Dressing

03 - 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
04 - 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice from about 1 lemon
05 - 1 tsp lemon zest
06 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
07 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper

β†’ Cheese & Garnish

08 - 50 g about 1/2 cup shaved Parmesan cheese
09 - 2 tbsp fresh basil, torn or julienned
10 - 1 tbsp pine nuts, lightly toasted (optional)

# Directions:

01 - Rinse and trim the ends off the zucchini. Using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, shave the zucchini lengthwise into thin ribbons. Place the ribbons in a large bowl.
02 - Add the thinly sliced shallot to the bowl with the zucchini.
03 - In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, sea salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
04 - Drizzle the dressing over the zucchini and shallot. Gently toss to coat the vegetables evenly.
05 - Add the shaved Parmesan, torn basil, and pine nuts if using. Toss briefly to combine, or arrange as a garnish.
06 - Serve immediately for the freshest flavor and best texture.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • You can whip it up in 15 minutes, leaving you more time to enjoy the sunshine.
  • It’s a showstopper with its elegant presentation and fresh flavors.
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  • Don't rush the zucchini peeling; the thinner the ribbons, the better the texture.
  • A splash of freshly cracked pepper over the top can elevate the flavors even more.
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  • Always use high-quality ingredients; they will spoil quickly if they are not fresh.
  • Experimenting with textures by adding ingredients like tomatoes or avocados can transformation.
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