Description
This refreshing Zucchini Noodle Salad combines vibrant vegetables with a light dressing for a perfect summer dish. It’s quick to prepare and offers a delightful crunch with every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis (about 1.5 pounds)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup red bell pepper, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon pink Himalayan salt (adjust to taste)
- 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese (optional)
- 1 tablespoon pine nuts or sunflower seeds (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Begin by spiralizing the zucchinis. Use a spiralizer or a julienne peeler to create long noodle-like strands. Aim for about 4 cups of noodles. If they're too watery, gently squeeze out excess moisture with a clean kitchen towel.
- Next, in a large mixing bowl, combine the spiralized zucchini, halved cherry tomatoes, diced red bell pepper, and finely chopped red onion. Toss the ingredients together until evenly mixed, about 30 seconds.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, garlic powder, black pepper, and pink Himalayan salt until well combined. This dressing should be smooth and creamy, taking about 1 minute.
- Pour the dressing over the zucchini noodle mixture and toss thoroughly to coat all the vegetables evenly. You want to see a slight sheen on the noodles—this should take about 1 minute. Avoid over-dressing as it can lead to sogginess.
- If you’re using feta cheese and pine nuts or sunflower seeds, sprinkle them on top of the salad for added flavor and texture. Serve immediately or let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 15 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 10 mg
Keywords: Be cautious when spiralizing the zucchinis to avoid mushy noodles. Always opt for high-quality extra virgin olive oil for the best flavor.