Low Fat Fresh Zucchini Salad

Crisp, refreshing, and packed with flavor, this Low Fat Fresh Zucchini Salad is a delightful way to enjoy peak-season produce in a healthy, guilt-free dish! Featuring tender ribbons of fresh zucchini, vibrant red bell pepper, juicy cherry tomatoes, and fragrant basil, this no-cook salad is a perfect option for a quick and nutritious meal or side dish. Tossed in a zesty homemade lemon dressing with just a touch of olive oil, it delivers a burst of tangy, herbaceous flavor in every bite. Ready in just 20 minutes and naturally low in fat, this versatile recipe can be customized with a sprinkle of creamy feta cheese for non-vegans. Whether you're serving it as a light lunch, a picnic side, or a stand-alone vegetarian dish, this zucchini salad is a refreshing celebration of pure, wholesome ingredients. Perfect for anyone looking for easy, nutritious, and plant-forward recipes!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium fresh zucchini
• 1 large red bell pepper
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 1 cup cherry tomatoes
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup feta cheese (optional for non-vegans)

Directions

Step 1

Using a vegetable peeler or mandolin, shave the zucchini into thin ribbons and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Dice the red bell pepper into small cubes and add them to the bowl with the zucchini.

Step 3

Finely slice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the mixture.

Step 5

Chiffonade the fresh basil leaves and sprinkle them over the vegetables in the bowl.

Step 6

In a small mixing bowl, combine the fresh lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Whisk together until well blended to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the zucchini salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 8

If desired, sprinkle the optional feta cheese over the salad for added flavor. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy the crisp, refreshing taste of this low-fat zucchini salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(883.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	459.2

Total Fat 29.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 53.4mg	0%
Sodium 1897.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 39.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.3g	0%
Total Sugars 22.1g
Protein 17.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 403.2mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1902.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.8%

Protein: 14.1%

Carbs: 32.1%