Summer Squash and Courgette Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette

Name: Summer Squash and Courgette Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 serving
Ingredients: 1-2 medium yellow squash; 1-2 medium zucchini; ½ cup diced vidalia or other sweet onion; ⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese; 3 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds; 1½ tablespoons pesto; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 3 tablespoons olive oil; pinch red pepper flakes; ½ teaspoon kosher salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper

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Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings
4
Calories
215 kcal
Course
Side Dish, Salad
Cuisine
American

Summer Squash and Courgette Salad with Pesto Vinaigrette

Andrew Underwood

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Ribbons of tender summer squash and zucchini tossed in a tangy, vibrant pesto vinaigrette is a healthy summer side dish. Extra parmesan cheese and toasted almonds give this easy, healthy summer salad extra depth and texture.

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Ingredients

Servings

FOR THE SUMMER SQUASH AND COURGETTE SALAD:

1-2 medium yellow squash
1-2 medium zucchini
½ cup diced vidalia or other sweet onion
⅓ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
3 tablespoons toasted sliced almonds

FOR THE PESTO VINAIGRETTE:

1½ tablespoons pesto
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
pinch red pepper flakes more if you like extra heat
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

MAKE THE PESTO DRESSING:

In a small bowl, combine the pesto, vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, kosher salt and black pepper. Whisk well to combine and set aside.

FOR THE SALAD:

Use a mandoline, spiralizer, julienne grater or box grater to slice the zucchini and summer squash into very fine ribbons until you have about 4 cups of ribboned squash. Transfer to a large bowl.
Add the diced onion and pesto dressing. Use tongs to toss the dressing to coat the squash and zucchini. Sprinkle in the parmesan cheese and toss again until the cheese is evenly distributed.
Transfer the squash salad to a serving bowl and top with toasted almonds. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Salad can be made a few hours ahead of time.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 215kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 7g (2%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 19g (29%) Saturated Fat 4g (20%) Cholesterol 6mg (2%) Sodium 485mg (20%) Potassium 329mg (9%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%) Vitamin A 374IU (7%) Vitamin C 18mg (20%) Calcium 145mg (15%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 215 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	215kcal	11%
Carbohydrates	7g	2%
Protein	6g	12%
Fat	19g	29%
Saturated Fat	4g	20%
Cholesterol	6mg	2%
Sodium	485mg	20%
Potassium	329mg	7%
Fiber	2g	8%
Sugar	4g	8%
Vitamin A	374IU	7%
Vitamin C	18mg	20%
Calcium	145mg	15%
Iron	1mg	6%