Can I use dried herbs?

I do not recommend using dried herbs as it will change the flavor and texture of the dish.

Can you eat raw zucchini in a salad?

Although commonly served cooked, zucchini is completely safe to consume raw!

Should you eat the peel of a zucchini?

Yes, not only is the skin edible, but it's also where most of the antioxidants are contained .

Can I use cooked zucchini?

Feel free to roast or grill zucchini before adding them to the salad. Your zucchini salad won't have the same taste or texture, but it will still be tasty!

Three Herb Tomato Zucchini Salad

Description

Make this vegan three herb tomato zucchini salad for a refreshing and nutritious recipe that comes together in minutes with zero cooking!

Ingredients

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1 pint cherry tomatoes (red and yellow), halved
1 large (or 2 small) zucchini, unpeeled & sliced into thin rounds then halved
1 shallot sliced or 1/3 cup chopped red onion
3 Tablespoons lemon juice, divided
1/2 cup variety chopped fresh herbs (chive, Italian parsley, basil)
3 to 4 Tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons sumac
1 teaspoon minced garlic or two cloves
pinch smoked paprika (optional)
Sea salt and black pepper pepper, to taste
lemon slices to garnish

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Instructions

In a large serving bowl, place the halved tomatoes and zucchini rounds.
Slice the shallot and add it to a small bowl with 2 Tablespoons lemon juice. Set aside. (See notes.)
Combine the olive oil, sumac, garlic, optional smoked paprika, salt, pepper, and 1 Tablespoon lemon juice together in a bowl. Whisk together. Pour over the tomatoes and zucchini.
Add in the soaked shallot slices (discarding the lemon juice) and herbs. Toss again.
Garnish with extra lemon slices and additional salt and black pepper, to taste.
Serve right away or store in an airtight container for up to 1 to 2 days.

Notes

Tips – Soaking the onion/shallot in lemon juice helps reduce the pungent aftertaste but also enhances flavor. Feel free to skip this step, if desired.

Substitutes – Feel free to use summer squash or larger tomatoes, if desired. The more the salad soaks in the dressing, the more flavorful it becomes. However, the tomatoes will also become a bit softer.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: No-Bake
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size:
Calories: 84
Sugar: 0.7 g
Sodium: 586.6 mg
Fat: 8.8 g
Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
Carbohydrates: 1.9 g
Fiber: 0.6 g
Protein: 0.5 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg