Italian Shaved Zucchini Salad with Feta
Enjoy a taste of summer with this vibrant Italian Shaved Zucchini Salad with Feta. This refreshing dish features delicate zucchini ribbons marinated in a zesty lemon dressing, complemented by creamy feta and fresh herbs for an explosion of flavor. Perfect for barbecues, potlucks, or as a light side dish, it’s quick to prepare and loaded with nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchini (shaved)
- 2 oz feta cheese (crumbled)
- 2 tbsp dill (roughly chopped)
- 2 tbsp chives (finely chopped)
- ½ large lemon (zested and juiced)
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
Instructions
- Use a vegetable peeler or mandolin to shave the zucchini into thin ribbons.
- In a bowl, whisk together lemon zest, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt.
- Add the zucchini ribbons to the dressing and toss lightly. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- Serve the marinated zucchini on a plate; top with crumbled feta, dill, and chives.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 8mg