Summer Time Easy Courgette Zucchini Carpaccio

Delight your taste buds with the bright, fresh flavors of Summer Time Easy Courgette Zucchini Carpaccio, a no-cook dish that’s perfect for warm-weather dining. This vibrant recipe showcases thinly sliced courgettes (zucchini) dressed with a zesty lemon vinaigrette, extra virgin olive oil, and freshly cracked black pepper. Topped with delicate Parmesan shavings, aromatic ribbons of basil and mint, and an optional sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for crunch, this light appetizer or side dish is a celebration of summer's finest ingredients. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s a quick, elegant option for sunny lunches, garden parties, or al fresco dinners. Keep it simple, refreshing, and full of flavor with this easy zucchini carpaccio recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized Fresh courgettes (zucchini)
• 1 large Lemon
• 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 30 grams Parmesan cheese
• 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
• 5 leaves Fresh mint leaves
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly cracked black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Toasted pine nuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the courgettes thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Using a mandoline slicer or a very sharp knife, thinly slice the courgettes lengthwise into ribbons. Alternatively, slice into thin rounds depending on preference.

Step 3

Arrange the courgette slices in a single layer on a large serving plate or platter, slightly overlapping them for a beautiful presentation.

Step 4

Zest the lemon using a microplane grater and set the zest aside. Then, juice the lemon into a small bowl.

Step 5

Whisk together the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a bowl to make the dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the lemon dressing evenly over the arranged courgette slices.

Step 7

Using a vegetable peeler, shave thin ribbons of Parmesan cheese and scatter them over the courgette.

Step 8

Finely slice the basil and mint leaves into ribbons (chiffonade) and sprinkle them on top for a fresh herbal note.

Step 9

If using, sprinkle over the toasted pine nuts for added crunch and flavor.

Step 10

Finish by sprinkling the lemon zest over the dish for a final pop of brightness.

Step 11

Serve immediately as a light appetizer or as a refreshing side dish. Enjoy your Summer Time Easy Courgette Zucchini Carpaccio!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(440.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	244.8

Total Fat 15.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 26.7mg	0%
Sodium 815.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 4.5g	0%
Total Sugars 8.7g
Protein 15.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 335.9mg	0%
Iron 2.2mg	0%
Potassium 1101.6mg	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: 53.4%

Protein: 23.9%

Carbs: 22.7%