Best 7 Lemon Zucchini And Cucumber Salad Recipes

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Refreshing and vibrant, this lemon zucchini and cucumber salad is a delightful summer side dish that bursts with flavor. Featuring a medley of crisp zucchini, refreshing cucumber, tangy lemon, zesty red onion, and fresh herbs, this salad is a symphony of textures and tastes. Perfectly balanced with a simple dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, this salad is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. It's a wonderful accompaniment to grilled meats, fish, or tofu, and it can also be enjoyed as a light and healthy lunch or snack. With its vibrant colors, zesty flavor, and refreshing crunch, this lemon zucchini and cucumber salad is sure to become a favorite at your table.

In addition to the main recipe, the article also includes variations for a creamy avocado dressing and a spicy chili dressing, allowing you to customize the salad to your personal preferences. Whether you prefer a classic lemon dressing, a creamy avocado twist, or a spicy kick, this article has you covered. Get ready to impress your taste buds with this delightful and versatile lemon zucchini and cucumber salad!

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

LEMONY ZUCCHINI SALAD



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Refreshing and simple zucchini salad. Pairs well with everything from seafood to BBQ.

Provided by Alison Sprinkman

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 small zucchini, thinly sliced
½ small sweet onion (such as Vidalia®), thinly sliced
½ bunch fresh parsley, minced
1 lemon, zested and juiced
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
2 teaspoons white sugar
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup light olive oil

Steps:

  • Place zucchini slices in a colander for 10 minutes, allowing juices to release; pat dry.
  • Combine zucchini, onion, and parsley together in a bowl.
  • Mix lemon zest, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and sugar together in a separate bowl; season with salt and pepper. Slowly stream olive oil into lemon juice mixture while whisking constantly until dressing emulsifies. Pour dressing over zucchini mixture; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.7 calories, Carbohydrate 5.3 g, Fat 6.9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 24.4 mg, Sugar 2.3 g

ZUCCHINI CUCUMBER SALAD



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This raw zucchini cucumber salad with a lemon basil vinaigrette is a fun and healthy way to enjoy the fresh flavors of summer.

Provided by Liz DellaCroce

Categories     Salad

Time 5m

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 medium zucchini
1 medium cucumber
2 cups arugula
1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
1 juice of lemon
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh basil (minced)
1 teaspoon dijon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In the bottom of a medium bowl, whisk together the lemon basil vinaigrette: lemon juice through pepper.
  • Trim both ends of the zucchini and use a vegetable peeler to create long, wide ribbons. I find that it's easiest to place the zucchini flat on a cutting board and peel the vegetable horizontally.
  • Repeat the same process with a cucumber and place both the zucchini and cucumber ribbons in the bowl on top of the vinaigrette.
  • Add arugula and cherry tomatoes to the bowl and toss well until vegetables are evenly coated with the vinaigrette. Check for seasoning and adjust accordingly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 kcal, Carbohydrate 7.1 g, Protein 1.9 g, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 0.9 g, Sodium 367 mg, Fiber 1.8 g, Sugar 3.8 g, UnsaturatedFat 6.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TOMATO, ZUCCHINI AND AVOCADO SALAD



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Whenever you make a dish with uncooked zucchini, be sure to slice or dice it finely, so that the zucchini can absorb the dressing or seasonings. I like to eat this salsa salad with rice.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium zucchini
Salt to taste
5 medium tomatoes, finely chopped
1 or 2 jalapeño or serrano peppers, seeded if desired and finely chopped
1/4 to 1/2 cup chopped cilantro, to taste
1 Haas avocado, ripe but not too soft, cut into tiny dice
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon or lime juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Boston lettuce or romaine lettuce leaves for serving

Steps:

  • Sprinkle the zucchini with salt, and drain in a colander for 15 minutes. Rinse if the zucchini tastes very salty, and drain on paper towels.
  • Combine the tomatoes, chiles and cilantro in an attractive bowl. Combine the zucchini, avocado and lemon or lime juice and olive oil in another bowl. Taste and add salt if desired. Add to the tomatoes, and toss together gently. Taste and adjust seasonings. Serve on lettuce leaves as a salad, or serve over rice.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 120, UnsaturatedFat 8 grams, Carbohydrate 9 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 426 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams

SAUTéED ZUCCHINI WITH LEMON



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One more thing to do with all that zucchini from the garden. This is a quick, good, and easy side dish that can be served with a weeknight family meal as well as a fancy dinner. Goes great with grilled chicken or even a nice snack on its own.

Provided by littleturtle

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 tablespoons olive oil
1 1/2 tablespoons butter
3 -4 zucchini, washed, ends trimmed, and cut in half
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
1/3 cup flour
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, heat the butter and oil over medium heat.
  • Cut each zucchini half lengthwise into 4 pieces.
  • Season the flour with salt & pepper, then coat with the zucchini with flour.
  • Sauté zucchini in oil and butter until cooked through but not mushy, turning to brown on all sides (5-10 minutes).
  • When done, turn heat to low, and add soy sauce and lemon juice.
  • Serve promptly.

ZUCCHINI "TAGLIATELLE" WITH MINT, CUCUMBER, AND LEMON



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Provided by Dorie Greenspan

Categories     Salad     Vegetarian     Low Cal     High Fiber     Mint     Cucumber     Healthy     Low Cholesterol     Vegan     Lemongrass     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

6 small to medium zucchini (about 1 1/2 pounds total), trimmed
1 large cucumber (about 13 ounces), peeled, seeded, diced
1 cup finely chopped Vidalia or Maui onion
1 1/2 cups (loosely packed) fresh mint leaves, coarsely chopped, divided
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon peel
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons pistachio oil

Steps:

  • Using mandoline or V-slicer and working with 1 zucchini at a time, thinly slice lengthwise, discarding first strip. Slice up to seeded core; turn zucchini and continue to slice until only rectangle of seeded core remains; discard core. Place slices in medium bowl.
  • Add cucumber, onion, 1/2 of chopped mint, and lemon peel. Whisk lemon juice and pistachio oil in small bowl, then pour over zucchini mixture; toss to coat. Season with salt and generously with pepper. Cover zucchini mixture and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours.
  • Sprinkle remaining chopped mint over salad and toss to coat.

ZUCCHINI AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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Mmmmm....zucchini and cucumber marinated in an oil and balsamic vinegar dressing kicked up with olives, cherry tomatoes and dijon mustard! Adapted from Country Home magazine.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 10m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/2 large English cucumber, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large sweet onion, cut into thin rings
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can black olives, pitted and sliced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh Italian parsley
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon dijon-style mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine zucchini, cucumber, onion, olives, tomatoes, and parsley.
  • For the dressing, whisk together oil, vinegars, mustard, salt, hot pepper sauce, garlic, and pepper. Add to zucchini mixture; toss to coat. Season to taste with more salt and pepper, if needed. Cover and chill up to 24 hours.
  • Makes 5 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.4, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 354.2, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 6.4, Protein 2.1

LEMONY ZUCCHINI RIBBONS



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Fresh zucchini gets a shave and a drizzle of lemony goodness in this fab salad. Sprinkle the goat cheese or feta on top and dive in. -Ellie Martin Cliffe, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon olive oil
1/2 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 medium zucchini
1/3 cup crumbled goat or feta cheese

Steps:

  • For dressing, in a small bowl, mix the first 5 ingredients. Using a vegetable peeler, shave zucchini lengthwise into very thin slices; arrange on a serving plate., To serve, drizzle with dressing and toss lightly to coat. Top with cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 83 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 12mg cholesterol, Sodium 352mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • For the best flavor, use fresh, ripe zucchini and cucumbers.
  • If you don't have a mandoline, you can use a vegetable peeler to slice the zucchini and cucumbers thinly.
  • Be sure to drain the zucchini and cucumbers well after slicing them, or the salad will be watery.
  • If you want a more tangy salad, add more lemon juice to taste.
  • You can also add other herbs to the salad, such as dill, parsley, or chives.
  • Serve the salad immediately, or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

This lemon zucchini and cucumber salad is a refreshing and healthy side dish that is perfect for summer. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. So next time you are looking for a light and flavorful salad, give this one a try.

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