Best Mediterranean Zucchini Salad Recipes

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MEDITERRANEAN ZUCCHINI AND CHICKPEA SALAD



Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Salad image

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

MEDITERRANEAN ZUCCHINI SALAD



Mediterranean Zucchini Salad image

A great zucchini summer salad!

Provided by Nicole S.

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 each zucchini, peeled
½ pint cherry tomatoes, quartered
1 cup pitted Kalamata olives, quartered
1 (6 ounce) jar quartered artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Peel zucchini into thick strands. Divide between 2 bowls. Divide tomatoes, olives, artichokes, white wine vinegar, and lemon juice between the 2 bowls. Sprinkle feta cheese evenly on top of each and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.7 calories, Carbohydrate 27.2 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 10.2 g, Fiber 10 g, Protein 7.7 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 1257.7 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

MEDITERRANEAN ZUCCHINI 'PASTA' SALAD



Mediterranean Zucchini 'Pasta' Salad image

The perfect 'pasta' salad for summer!

Provided by Cindy Anschutz Barbieri

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 (10 ounce) can artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup pitted Kalamata olives, halved
3 zucchini, spiralized
2 lemons, juiced
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped parsley
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 lemon, zested
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup crumbled goat milk feta cheese, or to taste

Steps:

  • Combine artichoke hearts, tomatoes, olives, and zucchini in a large bowl.
  • Pour lemon juice, olive oil, parsley, vinegar, garlic, oregano, kosher salt, lemon zest, and pepper into a small bowl; stir to combine. Pour over the zucchini mixture. Top zucchini pasta with goat milk feta cheese and serve on a large platter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302.5 calories, Carbohydrate 21.6 g, Cholesterol 11.2 mg, Fat 23.2 g, Fiber 7.3 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 5.5 g, Sodium 1274.6 mg, Sugar 2 g

GRILLED ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH MEDITERRANEAN DRESSING



Grilled Zucchini Salad with Mediterranean Dressing image

This grilled zucchini salad with Mediterranean salad dressing is the perfect side dish. I also like to add summer squash, when it's in season, for a variation, or crumbled goat cheese when I want creaminess. -Rashanda Cobbins, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 medium zucchini, thinly sliced
1/4 cup olive oil, divided
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup chopped red onion
3 tablespoons minced fresh mint
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 medium lemon, juiced and zested
1/3 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine zucchini and 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add salt and pepper; toss to coat. Transfer to a grill wok or open grill basket; place on grill rack. Grill, covered, over medium-high heat until zucchini is crisp-tender, 5-10 minutes, turning occasionally. Transfer zucchini to a serving bowl; sprinkle with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and red onion. When cooled slightly, sprinkle with mint, parsley, lemon juice and zest and feta cheese. Stir gently. Sprinkle with pine nuts before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 220 calories, Fat 20g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

MEDITERRANEAN ZUCCHINI PASTA SALAD RECIPE - (4.3/5)



Mediterranean Zucchini Pasta Salad Recipe - (4.3/5) image

Provided by PineyCook

Number Of Ingredients 17

SALAD:
2 medium zucchinis
1 small red onion, peeled
1 (14.5-ounce) can quartered artichoke hearts, drained
1/2 cup halved pitted kalamata olives
1 cup drained and rinsed canned chickpeas
1/2 cup feta, crumbled
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, drained
DRESSING:
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place all of the ingredients for the dressing into a bowl and whisk together. Slice the zucchinis halfway through lengthwise, careful not to pierce through the center. Spiralize the zucchinis with Blade C and add to a large mixing bowl. Grab the onion and again, slice halfway through lengthwise, careful not to pierce through the center. Spiralize the onion with Blade A and add half of the noodles to the bowl with the zucchini noodles and save the rest for future use. Then add in the artichokes, olives, chickpeas, feta, and diced tomatoes. Pour the prepared dressing over the zucchini salad and toss well to combine. Serve or refrigerate for future use.

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