Zucchini Salad with Lemon & Parmesan (Printable)

A light and refreshing zucchini salad with lemon and Parmesan.

# What You Need:

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)

# How To Make It:

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 Suggestions:

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  • This salad is the perfect no-cook dish for hot days when the kitchen feels like an oven.
  • It’s beautiful and simple, making it a showstopper with minimal effort.
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  • Don't slice your zucchini too thick; the delicate ribbons are what make this salad special.
  • Mind how you toss the salad; a gentle motion keeps your ribbons intact and the salad looking beautiful.
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  • For the best texture, serve it fresh rather than letting it sit for too long.
  • A good honed knife makes slicing shallots and zucchini much easier and safer.
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