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Zucchini Ribbon Salad with Lemon and Parmesan Cheese
4.4 from 97 votes

Zucchini Ribbon Salad with Lemon and Parmesan Cheese

This salad features delicate ribbons of zucchini tossed with fresh lemon juice, olive oil, and seasoned with salt and pepper. The addition of shaved Parmesan cheese, toasted pine nuts, and chopped fresh mint creates a refreshing dish with a mix of tender, crisp, nutty, and savory elements. The raw preparation highlights the zucchini’s natural texture and freshness, making it a light accompaniment or starter.

Prep Time
15 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 142 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 5 zucchini trimmed and peeled into ribbons, small
  • kosher salt fresh ground, to taste
  • black pepper fresh ground, to taste
  • 3 tablespoons lemon juice fresh
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese shaved
  • 2 tablespoons pine nuts toasted
  • 1 tablespoon mint finely chopped, fresh

Instructions

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  1. Toss the zucchini ribbons, salt and pepper, olive oil and lemon juice together in a large bowl. Taste for seasoning. Once coated arrange them on a serving platter.
  2. Top the zucchini ribbons with Parmesan cheese shavings, mint and pine nuts. Serve immediately.

Notes

Nutrition Information

Calories 142kcal (7%) Protein 8g (16%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 10mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 4g (8%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 142

% Daily Value*

Calories 142kcal 7%
Protein 8g 16%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 10mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 4g 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.