Best Easy Summer Zucchini Salad Recipes

MARINATED ZUCCHINI SALAD

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Easy spicy marinated zucchini salad with toasted pine nuts and feta cheese is a delicious side dish perfect for summer meals.

Provided by Alida Ryder

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

500 g (1lb) zucchini (baby marrow/courgette) (thinly sliced )
1 cup feta cheese (cubed)
½ cup pine nuts (toasted)
1-2 red chillies (finely chopped)
¼ cup olive oil
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
1-2 garlic cloves (crushed (depending on how strong the cloves are))
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper

Steps:

Thinly slice zucchini and add to a large bowl.
Mix all the marinade ingredients and pour over the zucchini.
Allow the zucchini to marinate for at least 30 minutes but up to 24 hours, covered in the fridge.
When you're ready to serve, top the zucchini salad with cubed feta, toasted pine nuts and finely chopped chili.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 6 g, Fat 13 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Cholesterol 10 mg, Sodium 630 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

SUMMER SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI SALAD

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I came up with this colorful and tasty zucchini salad years ago for a recipe contest and was delighted when I won honorable mention! The recipe easily doubles and is the perfect dish to take to potlucks or family gatherings. -Paula Wharton, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

4 medium zucchini
2 yellow summer squash
1 medium sweet red pepper
1 medium red onion
1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
4 teaspoons fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Thinly slice zucchini, squash, red pepper and onion; place in a large bowl. Add snap peas. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY SUMMER ZUCCHINI SALAD

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This recipe is easy to make and only takes 5-10 minutes to prepare. No cooking required. Great for summer and picnics Also great served over Quinoa as a main dish.

Provided by stefani_kerr_8641616

Categories Low Cholesterol

Time 10m

Yield 1/2 cup, 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

3 cups diced zucchini
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, Rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, rinsed (Garbanzo Beans)
1 (15 ounce) can sweet whole kernel corn
1 pint approximately grape tomatoes, quartered
1/8 cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 1/2 tablespoons paprika
1 1/2 tablespoons ground ginger
1 1/2 tablespoons cumin
1 medium lime, juice of
1 1/2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

Combine first 6 ingredients with the fresh Cilantro.
Toss all spices, lime juice, and extra virgin olive oil.
Mix all ingredients until well combined. Spices can be adjusted for preferred taste.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.9, Fat 3, SaturatedFat 0.5, Sodium 218.6, Carbohydrate 24.3, Fiber 5.6, Sugar 2.7, Protein 5.9