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Summer Squash Salad Delight

Refreshing Summer Squash Ribbon Salad

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4.5 from 189 reviews

Bright, colorful, and bursting with flavor, this Summer Squash Ribbon Salad is a quick, healthy addition to any meal that embodies the essence of summer.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium summer squashes (zucchini and yellow)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
  • 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash all vegetables under cold water and pat dry.
  2. Using a vegetable peeler or spiralizer, create thin ribbons from the summer squash.
  3. Halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the cucumber into rounds.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the squash ribbons, cherry tomatoes, cucumber slices, and torn basil leaves. Gently toss together.
  5. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice; season with salt and pepper. Toss until evenly coated.
  6. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to enhance flavors.

Notes

  • For added flavor, consider including other herbs like parsley or dill.
  •  This salad can be customized with your choice of fresh vegetables such as bell peppers or radishes for extra color.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bowl (150g)
  • Calories: 85
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 40mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 10g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg