LEMON ZUCCHINI AND CUCUMBER SALAD

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A very healthy, simple salad that works well next to a filet of steak or grilled tuna melt. Amount of vinegar and oil may be adjusted to taste.

Provided by Sarah W

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
1 cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
⅓ cup balsamic vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste
1 twist lemon peel for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the zucchini slices into a steamer basket and set over one inch of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover and steam for 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender. Remove from the steamer and cool slightly.
  • In a salad bowl, combine the zucchini and cucumber slices. In a separate bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pour over the zucchini and cucumber. Toss to coat, then garnish with lemon peel.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Carbohydrate 7 g, Fat 10.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 11.3 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

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