Zucchini Salad with Lemon Twist (Print Version)

A light salad with zucchini, lemon, and Parmesan for a refreshing dish.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

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

→ 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

→ 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 Tips:

01 -
  • This salad is incredibly easy to whip up, making it a perfect last-minute dish.
  • It bursts with fresh flavors, lightening even the heaviest of meals.
02 -
  • A mandoline can be a chef's best friend for achieving perfect ribbons, but take care with those sharp blades!
  • If you let the salad sit for too long, the zucchini may lose its lovely crunch, so serve it fresh.
03 -
  • Use the freshest zucchini you can find for the best taste and texture.
  • To add a little kick, consider including a pinch of red pepper flakes in the dressing.
Go Back