Source: Myviewpoint, AdobeStockFried or baked zucchini have long been common, but they are also excellent when fresh. Young zucchini make delicious, healthy, and often low-calorie salads. We're sharing 20 of the best recipes!
1. Fresh Zucchini Salad with Herbs
Source: lobsterhouse.ruThe simplest and quickest salad with minimal ingredients.
You will need: 500g zucchini, 2 cloves garlic, 1/2 bunch fresh herbs, 1 tsp basil, spices, 30ml vegetable oil.
Preparation: Grate the zucchini using a Korean grater or slice thinly. Mince the garlic and herbs, add dried herbs and spices, and drizzle the salad with vegetable oil.
2. Fresh Zucchini Salad with Honey Dressing
Source: pinterest.comA quick and simple, yet very delicious recipe.
You will need: 500g zucchini, 2 tsp salt, 3 cloves garlic, 1 tbsp honey, 100ml vegetable oil, 1 tbsp vinegar, 1/2 bunch cilantro, 1/2 lemon, spices.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini with a vegetable peeler, salt them, drizzle with lemon juice, and let sit for 15 minutes. Then drain the excess liquid from the zucchini and add chopped cilantro. Mix the crushed garlic with the remaining ingredients and dress the salad.
3. Fresh Zucchini and Carrot Salad
Source: chefmarket.ruA light vegetable salad with a bright, piquant taste – a true find.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1 carrot, 1 cucumber, 8 cherry tomatoes, 5 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp each honey and lemon juice, 1 clove garlic, spices.
Preparation: Cut cherry tomatoes into wedges, and slice the other vegetables into ribbons with a vegetable peeler. Mince the garlic and mix it with the remaining ingredients. Dress and serve the salad.
4. Fresh Zucchini Salad with Ginger and Rice Vinegar
Source: vk.comA light recipe with distinct Asian notes.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 1 carrot, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, 1/2 lime, 1 cm ginger, 1 clove garlic, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 1 tsp honey, spices, chili flakes.
Preparation: Grate the vegetables on a Korean grater and mince the garlic and ginger. Mix lime juice, honey, sesame oil, and vinegar, dress the salad, season to taste, and let it sit for a bit.
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5. Fresh Zucchini and Cucumber Salad
Source: nvkz-tub.ruIf desired, you can grate the vegetables on a coarse grater.
You will need: 500g zucchini, 3 cucumbers, 1 bunch dill, 1/2 lemon, 4 tbsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Thinly slice the cucumbers and zucchini, chop the dill. Mix lemon juice and olive oil, dress the salad, and season to taste.
6. Fresh Zucchini and Tomato Salad
Source: pinterest.comAnother interesting feature of this salad is its unusual dressing.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 4 tomatoes, 2 cloves garlic, 2 handfuls arugula, 1/2 bunch parsley and dill each, 100ml kefir, spices.
Preparation: Dice the zucchini and tomatoes. Chop all the herbs and add arugula. For the dressing, mix kefir, spices, and crushed garlic.
7. Fresh Zucchini Salad with Soy-Mustard Dressing
Source: za-edoy.ruIf the zucchini is very young, you don't even need to peel it.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 1/2 bunch parsley, 2 cloves garlic, 1 tsp grainy mustard, 1/2 lemon, 2 tsp soy sauce, 4 tbsp vegetable oil.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into thin ribbons using a vegetable peeler. Mix lemon juice, a little zest, crushed garlic, mustard, vegetable oil, and soy sauce. Pour the dressing over the salad and let it sit for a bit.
8. Fresh Zucchini, Cucumber, and Egg Salad
Source: balabolkina.ruYou can also use sour cream, yogurt, or mayonnaise for the dressing.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1 cucumber, 2 eggs, 5 sprigs of herbs, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Boil the eggs until hard and chop them and the vegetables arbitrarily. Mince the herbs, season the salad, and dress it with olive oil or another dressing of your choice.
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9. Fresh Zucchini Salad with Feta
Source: pinterest.comAn original salad recipe in the traditions of Greek cuisine – suitable for everyday meals.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 100g feta, 500g cherry tomatoes, 2 tbsp walnuts, 1 clove garlic, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 2 sprigs mint, spices.
Preparation: Thinly slice the zucchini and halve the cherry tomatoes. Sprinkle with crumbled feta and chopped walnuts. Mix olive oil, lemon juice, spices, minced mint leaves, and garlic. Pour this dressing over the salad.
10. Fresh Zucchini Salad with Cheese
Source: dzen.ruA cheese with a pronounced flavor – aged and sharp – would be excellent.
You will need: 200g zucchini, 30g pumpkin seeds, 4 sprigs of herbs, 70g hard cheese, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp vinegar.
Preparation: Thinly slice the zucchini by any available method and marinate it in vinegar for 20 minutes. Add chopped herbs, oil, spices, pumpkin seeds, and grated cheese. Mix the salad.
11. Grated Fresh Zucchini Salad
Source: koolinar.ruAn interesting country-style salad recipe made from vegetables on hand.
You will need: 400g zucchini, 200g carrots, 200g cucumbers, 100g onions, 1 tbsp olive oil, spices and herbs.
Preparation: Slice the onion into feathers and grate the other vegetables on a Korean grater or simply a coarse grater. Add chopped herbs and spices, and dress the salad with olive oil.
12. Korean-Style Fresh Zucchini Salad
Source: akrasdia.ruThe quantity and choice of spices are always up to you.
You will need: 1 kg zucchini, 1 carrot, 1 tbsp sugar, 1.5 tbsp salt, 1 tsp coriander, 0.5 tsp ground red pepper, 1 tbsp vinegar, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 chili pepper, 2 cloves garlic.
Preparation: Grate zucchini and carrots on a Korean grater, mince garlic and chili. Mix, let them sit for 20 minutes, then gently squeeze out any excess liquid. Add the remaining ingredients, mix, and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for 1 hour.
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13. Fresh Zucchini and Cabbage Salad
Source: krasapetochka.ruWe recommend using young cabbage and young zucchini.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 200g cabbage, 2 tbsp lemon juice, 2 tbsp vegetable oil, 1/2 bunch dill and green onions each, salt, sugar, and spices to taste.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into thin strips and shred the cabbage. Mince all the herbs, add the remaining ingredients, and mix the salad.
14. Fresh Zucchini and Avocado Salad
Source: pinterest.comA rather original salad for healthy eating enthusiasts.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1 carrot, 1/2 avocado, 1 cucumber, 1/2 red onion, spices, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp vinegar or lemon juice.
Preparation: Mince the onion and dice the avocado finely. Grate the other vegetables on a Korean grater or chop them arbitrarily. Drizzle the salad with oil and lemon juice or vinegar, and season to taste.
15. Fresh Zucchini and Radish Salad
Source: sdelaemvkusno.ruNot only delicious, but also incredibly vibrant in its color combinations.
You will need: 350g zucchini, 200g cherry tomatoes, 100g radishes, 1 bunch basil, 30ml olive oil, 15ml wine vinegar, 10g Dijon mustard, 5g honey, 15ml lemon juice, salt.
Preparation: Cut the zucchini into noodles, salt them, let them sit for half an hour, then gently squeeze. Add halved tomatoes, basil leaves, and thin radish slices. Mix the remaining ingredients and dress the salad.
16. Fresh Zucchini and Bell Pepper Salad
Source: montisbar.ruTo make the salad even brighter, use several slices of bell pepper in different colors.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1/2 carrot, 1/2 red onion, 1 bell pepper, 1 tsp honey, 1 tbsp vegetable oil, 1 tsp apple cider vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Slice all vegetables into julienne strips. Mix oil, vinegar, honey, and spices, and dress the salad with this dressing.
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17. Fresh Zucchini Salad with Tomatoes and Eggs
Source: malinika.ruDespite its simplicity, this salad is quite hearty.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1 onion, 2 tomatoes, 3 eggs, mayonnaise or sour cream.
Preparation: Boil the eggs until hard and dice everything. Dress the salad with sour cream or mayonnaise to taste.
18. Fresh Zucchini Salad with Apple
Source: youtube.comOne of the most diet-friendly recipes imaginable.
You will need: 1 zucchini, 1 apple, 2-3 cucumbers, spices, yogurt.
Preparation: Peel the apple and vegetables, and dice everything into uniform cubes. Dress the salad with yogurt and spices.
19. Fresh Zucchini and Kiwi Salad
Source: mirtesen.ruWhen you want to surprise your loved ones – choose this salad recipe!
You will need: 2 zucchini, 4 kiwis, 1 bunch green onions, 1 handful walnuts, 1 pinch chili flakes, 10ml lemon juice, 1 tsp honey, 2 tbsp dry white wine, 1 tbsp olive oil.
Preparation: Arbitrarily slice the zucchini and kiwi, mince the green onions, and chop the walnuts. Blend the remaining ingredients and pour the resulting dressing over the salad.
20. Fresh Zucchini Salad with Mayonnaise and Horseradish
Source: lobsterhouse.ruEspecially for when you crave something piquant.
You will need: 2 zucchini, 1 onion, 1 tbsp mayonnaise, 2 tomatoes, 2 tbsp horseradish, 4 sprigs dill.
Preparation: Slice the zucchini into julienne strips, and the onion into rings. Mince the dill, slice the tomatoes into wedges, and dress the salad with mayonnaise and horseradish.