Zucchini salad with mint and ricotta
Discover a refreshing Zucchini Salad with Mint and Ricotta! This light and delicious dish combines tender zucchini, fresh mint, and creamy ricotta with a hint of thyme, cumin, and a zesty lemon-garlic dressing. Perfect for a summer appetizer or a healthy side dish.
- 05 Mar 2025
- Cook time 10 min
- Prep time 10 min
- 6 Servings
- 8 Ingredients
Zucchini salad with mint and ricotta is a refreshing and nutritious dish perfect for any season. The combination of fresh thyme, spearmint, and lemon juice brings a burst of flavor, while the ricotta cheese adds a creamy texture. This salad is light yet satisfying, making it an excellent side dish or a main course for a lighter meal.
Ingredients:
Instructions:
- Peel and mince the garlic cloves finely.
- In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
- Pour the garlic-infused olive oil over the zucchini ribbons.
- Add the fresh thyme, ground cumin, and lemon juice to the bowl.
- Toss everything gently to ensure the zucchini ribbons are well-coated with the dressing and spices.
- Tear the spearmint leaves roughly with your hands and add them to the zucchini mixture. Gently toss to combine.
- Allow the salad to sit for about 10-15 minutes at room temperature. This will let the flavors meld together and the zucchini to slightly soften.
- Transfer the zucchini salad to a serving platter or bowl.
- Dollop the ricotta cheese over the top of the salad in spoonfuls.
- Garnish with a few whole mint leaves for a fresh touch, if desired.
- Serve this zucchini salad as a refreshing side dish or a light main course.
Tips:
- Choose fresh zucchini.: Opt for firm and bright green zucchini to get the best texture and flavor for your salad.
- Mix the dressing well.: Ensure that the olive oil, lemon juice, cumin, and garlic are well combined before adding them to the zucchini.
- Serve immediately.: This salad is best enjoyed fresh, as the zucchini can become soggy if it sits for too long.
- Customize to taste.: Feel free to adjust the quantity of herbs and seasonings according to your personal preferences. You can also add a bit of zest from the lemon for extra flavor.
This Zucchini salad with mint and ricotta is not only easy to prepare but also packed with flavors and nutrients. The fresh herbs and lemon juice elevate the taste, complemented beautifully by the creamy ricotta cheese. Enjoy this nutritious dish as a refreshing side or a light main course.
| Nutrition Facts | |
|---|---|
| Serving Size | 250 grams |
| Energy | |
| Calories 70kcal | 3% |
| Protein | |
| Protein 4.96g | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | |
| Carbohydrates 8g | 2% |
| Fiber 2.48g | 7% |
| Sugar 5g | 5% |
| Fat | |
| Fat 16g | 18% |
| Saturated 2.98g | 10% |
| Cholesterol 6mg | - |
| Vitamins | |
| Vitamin A 40ug | 5% |
| Choline 22mg | 4% |
| Vitamin B1 0.10mg | 9% |
| Vitamin B2 0.23mg | 18% |
| Vitamin B3 0.97mg | 6% |
| Vitamin B6 0.35mg | 20% |
| Vitamin B9 50ug | 13% |
| Vitamin B12 0.06ug | 2% |
| Vitamin C 36mg | 42% |
| Vitamin E 0.29mg | 2% |
| Vitamin K 9ug | 7% |
| Minerals | |
| Calcium, Ca 100mg | 8% |
| Copper, Cu 0.12mg | 14% |
| Iron, Fe 1.40mg | 13% |
| Magnesium, Mg 44mg | 10% |
| Phosphorus, P 120mg | 9% |
| Potassium, K 610mg | 18% |
| Selenium, Se 3.75ug | 7% |
| Sodium, Na 36mg | 2% |
| Zinc, Zn 0.95mg | 9% |
| Water | |
| Water 210g | - |
| * 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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