Best 6 Zucchini And Snow Pea Salad Recipes

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Zucchini and snow pea salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. Made with fresh zucchini, snow peas, red onion, and a tangy dressing, this salad is light and crunchy, with a delightful sweetness from the zucchini and a slight peppery bite from the snow peas. The red onion adds a pop of color and a touch of sharpness, while the dressing, made with olive oil, lemon juice, honey, and Dijon mustard, brings all the flavors together. This salad is not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make, requiring just a few simple ingredients and minimal preparation time. It's a great way to enjoy the bounty of summer produce and a perfect addition to any barbecue or potluck.

In addition to the classic zucchini and snow pea salad, the article also includes a number of variations on this dish, such as a spicy version with chili peppers and a creamy version with avocado dressing. There's also a recipe for a warm zucchini and snow pea salad, which is perfect for a cold winter day. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy this delicious and versatile salad.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

MEDITERRANEAN ZUCCHINI AND CHICKPEA SALAD



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Chopped zucchini, chickpeas, tomatoes, and fresh basil in a light balsamic dressing. Or you can use red wine vinegar! Makes a great side dish or light lunch. Not necessary, but best if chilled at least a couple hours to let flavors blend.

Provided by ChristineM

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups diced zucchini
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
½ cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia®)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup chopped Kalamata olives
⅓ cup olive oil
⅓ cup packed fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried Greek oregano
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix zucchini, chickpeas, tomatoes, red bell pepper, onion, feta, Kalamata olives, olive oil, basil, vinegar, rosemary, capers, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 514.6 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

ASIAN SNOW PEA TOSS



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My love for Asian flavors sparked the idea for this easy, healthy side dish. For this Asian salad, I use just-picked peas from our garden and serve it with grilled chicken. - Mary Ann Dell, Phoenixville, Pennsylvania

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/4 cup orange marmalade
1/4 cup seasoned rice vinegar
2 tablespoons sesame oil
4 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
1 package (12 ounces) frozen shelled edamame
1 pound fresh snow peas
1 can (15 ounces) black beans, rinsed and drained
1 small sweet red pepper, cut into thin strips
3 green onions, chopped
1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, whisk the marmalade, vinegar, sesame oil and ginger; set aside., Cook edamame according to package directions, adding the snow peas during the last minute of cooking. Drain and rinse in cold water. Place in a large bowl. Stir in the black beans, red pepper and green onions. Add the marmalade mixture, mandarin oranges, salt and pepper; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 148 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 304mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZUCCHINI AND SNOW PEA SALAD



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Thinly slice zucchini. Place in a large sieve, sprinkle with salt, and let drain for 30 minutes. Blanch snow peas in boiling, salted water for 1½ minutes.

Provided by Gourmet

Time 15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium zucchini
¾ tsp salt
½ lb trimmed snow peas
1½ Tbsp sesame seeds
1 Tbsp soy sauce
2 Tbsp unseasoned rice vinegar
1 tsp sugar

Steps:

  • Thinly slice zucchini. Place in a large sieve, sprinkle with salt, and let drain for 30 minutes. Blanch snow peas in boiling, salted water for 1½ minutes. Plunge into cold water, drain, and pat dry. Rinse zucchini and pat dry. Toast sesame seeds in a small skillet for 2 minutes or until golden. Cool. In a large bowl, stir soy sauce, vinegar, and sugar until sugar dissolves. Toss dressing with veggies and sesame seeds. Can be made 2 hours ahead and chilled. Kitchen Counter Per Serving: 80 calories, 11g carbs, 4g protein, 2g fat, 250mg sodium, 0mg cholesterol, 3g fiber

Nutrition Facts :

ZUCCHINI AND SNOW-PEA SALAD



Zucchini and Snow-Pea Salad image

Provided by Melissa Roberts

Categories     Salad     Side     Picnic     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Vinegar     Zucchini     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Sesame     Soy Sauce     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound zucchini (about 2 medium)
1/2 pound snow peas, trimmed
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1 teaspoon sugar
Equipment:
an adjustable-blade slicer

Steps:

  • Very thinly slice zucchini with slicer and place in a large sieve set over a bowl. Toss zucchini with 3/4 tsp salt and drain 30 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, blanch snow peas in a pot of boiling salted water (2 Tbsp salt for 4 qt water) 1 1/2 minutes. Drain and immediately plunge snow peas into an ice bath to stop cooking. Drain again and pat dry.
  • Rinse zucchini under cold running water, then press gently to remove any excess liquid. Pat dry.
  • Toast sesame seeds in a dry small skillet over medium heat, shaking skillet occasionally, until golden, about 2 minutes, then cool.
  • Stir together remaining ingredients in a large bowl until sugar has dissolved, then toss with vegetables and sesame seeds.

ASPARAGUS, SNOW PEA, AND RADISH SALAD



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This recipe came from a close family friend. We have it every Easter and it's always a hit! Thanks Sharon!

Provided by NutritionSuz

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Asparagus Salad Recipes

Time 1h12m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ¼ pounds asparagus, trimmed and cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
½ pound snow peas, ends and strings removed, cut diagonally into 1-inch pieces
15 small radishes, trimmed and thinly sliced
3 scallions, thinly sliced
¼ cup fresh snipped dill
3 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon white sugar
¾ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Bring water to a boil in a saucepan. Add asparagus; boil for 1 minute. Add snow peas to asparagus, boil for 1 minute more. Drain and pat dry.
  • Transfer asparagus and snow peas to a large bowl. Add radishes, scallions, and dill; toss salad gently to combine.
  • Whisk oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl; pour over salad and toss to coat. Set aside at room temperature to allow flavors to blend; about 1 hour. Drizzle lime juice over salad; toss gently until combined.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 105.3 calories, Carbohydrate 8.7 g, Fat 7.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 3.4 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 298.2 mg, Sugar 4.3 g

PEAS AND ZUCCHINI



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Make and share this Peas and Zucchini recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MizzNezz

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 26m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

10 ounces fresh peas
2 cups water
2 small zucchini, diced
2 tablespoons minced red peppers
4 tablespoons butter
1/2 teaspoon salt
chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In skillet, simmer peas in water until crisp tender (8 minutes).
  • Drain.
  • Add zucchini,red pepper, butter, and salt; stir fry until zucchini is also crisp tender (another 5 minutes).
  • Sprinkle with parsley.

Tips:

  • Choose fresh, tender zucchini and snow peas. These vegetables are at their best in the spring and summer months.
  • Slice the zucchini and snow peas thinly. This will help them cook evenly and absorb the dressing better.
  • Use a light, flavorful dressing. A simple vinaigrette or lemon-tahini dressing is a good choice.
  • Add some herbs or spices for extra flavor. Fresh basil, mint, or thyme are all good options.
  • Serve the salad chilled. This will help the flavors come together and make the salad more refreshing.

Conclusion:

Zucchini and snow pea salad is a simple, refreshing, and flavorful dish that's perfect for a light lunch or dinner. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad recipe, give this one a try. You won't be disappointed!

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