Zucchini & pine nut salad

Discover a refreshing Zucchini & Pine Nut Salad recipe! This delightful mix features fresh zucchini, crunchy pine nuts, a tangy lemon-honey dressing, and aromatic spearmint over a bed of mixed greens. Perfect for a light, healthy meal!

  • 05 May 2025
  • Cook time 10 min
  • Prep time 20 min
  • 6 Servings
  • 7 Ingredients

Zucchini & pine nut salad

This refreshing Zucchini & Pine Nut Salad combines the mild sweetness of zucchini with the rich, buttery flavor of pine nuts, all tossed together with a light lemon-honey dressing. It’s a perfect dish for a light lunch or a side for your favorite main course, featuring fresh mixed greens and spearmint to add a burst of herbal freshness.

Ingredients:

4 zucchini
800g
1/4 cup olive oil
60g
1/3 cup pine nuts
55g
3 tsp lemon juice
16g
1 tsp honey
3g
2 cups mixed greens (or salad mix)
140g
1/2 cup parsley
44g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Zucchini:
- Rinse and dry the zucchinis.
- Using a vegetable peeler or a mandoline, shave the zucchinis into thin ribbons.
2. Toast the Pine Nuts:
- In a dry skillet over medium heat, add the pine nuts.
- Stir frequently until they become golden brown and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.
- Be careful not to burn them. Once toasted, remove from heat and set aside to cool.
3. Make the Dressing:
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, and honey.
- Whisk together until well combined.
4. Assemble the Salad:
- In a large salad bowl, add the mixed greens.
- Gently fold in the zucchini ribbons and spearmint leaves.
- Pour the dressing over the salad and toss to coat everything evenly.
5. Add Pine Nuts:
- Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the top of the salad.
6. Serve:
- Serve immediately, enjoying the fresh and vibrant flavors of this zucchini and pine nut salad.

Tips:

- Use fresh and firm zucchini for the best texture and flavor.

- Lightly toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat to enhance their flavor.

- For the dressing, adjust the lemon juice and honey to your taste; a little more or less can balance the acidity and sweetness to your preference.

- Mix the salad just before serving to maintain the crispness of the greens and the zucchini.

- Feel free to experiment by adding other fresh herbs or a sprinkle of your favorite cheese for extra flavor.

This Zucchini & Pine Nut Salad is a delightful and healthy addition to any meal. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, you can enjoy a flavorful, nutrient-rich dish that will impress family and friends. Bon appétit!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size190 grams
Energy
Calories 80kcal4%
Protein
Protein 2.83g2%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 1.67g4%
Sugar 4.12g4%
Fat
Fat 16g19%
Saturated 1.94g6%
Cholesterol 0.00mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 13ug1%
Choline 18mg3%
Vitamin B1 0.09mg8%
Vitamin B2 0.15mg11%
Vitamin B3 0.99mg6%
Vitamin B6 0.23mg13%
Vitamin B9 36ug9%
Vitamin B12 0.00ug0%
Vitamin C 24mg28%
Vitamin E 0.98mg7%
Vitamin K 10ug9%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 22mg2%
Copper, Cu 0.19mg21%
Iron, Fe 0.98mg9%
Magnesium, Mg 45mg11%
Phosphorus, P 100mg8%
Potassium, K 440mg13%
Selenium, Se 0.33ug1%
Sodium, Na 11mg1%
Zinc, Zn 1.00mg9%
Water
Water 130g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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