10-Minute Shaved Zucchini Salad with Lemon & Parmesan (No-Cook)
Discover the delightful 10-Minute Shaved Zucchini Salad with Lemon & Parmesan (No-Cook) – a refreshing, vibrant dish that showcases fresh summer zucchini in an effortless manner. This salad is perfect for busy weekdays or sophisticated gatherings alike. With its tender-crisp zucchini ribbons delicately tossed in a zesty lemon dressing and topped with rich parmesan, it offers a burst of flavor without the need for cooking. Ideal as a light lunch, potluck dish, or side at dinner, this salad is customizable to suit your taste and ingredients on hand. Whether you’re looking for a quick meal or a healthy addition to your dining table, this salad will impress with its simplicity and elegance.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini
- 1 lemon (zested & juiced)
- 1 clove garlic (finely chopped)
- ½ cup fresh basil leaves
- ½ cup shaved parmesan
- ¼ cup toasted pistachios
- 2–3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt & ground black pepper
Instructions
- Trim the ends of the zucchini and peel into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler. Discard any seedy center.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine zucchini ribbons, lemon zest and juice, garlic, basil, parmesan, pistachios, and olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Gently toss to combine while keeping the zucchini ribbons intact.
- Serve immediately garnished with additional basil and parmesan if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (200g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 330mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 10mg