ZUCCHINI "LINGUINE" SALAD

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Zucchini

This idea came to me from a recipe I saw for zucchini cut into noodle-like strips and dressed with a creamy sauce. -Lily Julow, Lawrenceville, Georgia

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

5 medium zucchini
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1 large sweet red pepper, julienned
1 large tomato, seeded and cut into thin strips
1/2 cup thinly sliced sweet onion
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1/4 cup minced fresh parsley
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh oregano or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
Shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • Cut the ends off of each zucchini. Using a cheese slicer or vegetable peeler, cut zucchini into thin lengthwise strips. Cut zucchini on all sides, as if peeling a carrot, until the seeds become visible. Discard seeded portion or save for another use. Cut zucchini strips into 1/4-in. widths., Place in a strainer; sprinkle with 1/2 teaspoon salt and gently toss to coat. Let stand for 15 minutes. Gently shake strainer. Drain zucchini on paper towels and pat dry., Transfer to a large bowl; add the red pepper, tomato and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, vinegar, parsley, oregano, pepper and remaining salt. Pour over zucchini mixture and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 100 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 254mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tammy Ogg
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the zucchini noodles!


Jamal Gulzar
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I'm not a fan of zucchini, but I actually enjoyed this salad. The dressing is really good.


Naren Chhetri
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This salad is a bit too tangy for my taste, but it's still a good healthy option.


Abhi Ghimire
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I love this salad! The dressing is tangy and flavorful, and the zucchini noodles are a great healthy alternative to pasta.


Laura Gammage
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This salad is a great way to use up summer zucchini. It's light, healthy, and delicious.


Janae Ann
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Amazing salad! So refreshing and flavorful. The zucchini noodles were a great substitute for pasta.


fariha wajiha
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This salad was a disaster! The zucchini noodles were limp and soggy, and the dressing was too oily. I would not recommend this recipe.


Brianna Nichol
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I found this salad to be a bit bland. I think it could have used some more spices or herbs. The zucchini noodles were also a bit too watery for my taste.


Oliver Silva
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This salad was a bit too tangy for my taste. I think I would have preferred a milder dressing. Otherwise, the salad was good.


Cyndi Morris
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but I was pleasantly surprised by this salad. The zucchini noodles were surprisingly tasty, and the dressing was light and refreshing. I would definitely make this salad again!


Ijeoma Fortune
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This salad was easy to make and very tasty. I used a mandoline to slice the zucchini into thin strips, which worked well. The dressing was simple but flavorful, and the salad was a great way to use up some fresh zucchini from my garden.


Mmathapelo Moseri
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. The zucchini noodles were a great alternative to traditional pasta, and the dressing was light and flavorful. I would definitely recommend this salad to a


Njabulo Shangase
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This zucchini linguine salad is a refreshing and healthy summer dish. The zucchini is spiralized into noodles, which are then tossed with a light lemon-tahini dressing. The salad is also packed with fresh herbs, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese. I lo