Keto Spiralized Zucchini Salad

Keto Spiralized Zucchini Salad is a fresh, low-carb and that is ideal for meal prep, light lunches, or as a colorful side dish at the next get-together. This salad is made with spiralized zucchini, cherry tomatoes, and feta cheese and mixed in tangy lemon-Dijon vinaigrette for a flavorful bite without the carbohydrates. This Zucchini Salad is a flexible choice and we can able to have this salad for lots of diets like vegetarian & gluten-free. It is perfect for hectic days or warm-weather meals because it only takes 15 minutes to prepare and doesn’t require any cooking. This Keto Spiralized Zucchini Salad is very delicious, simple, and healthy as well.

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STATS:

• Calories: 120 kcal
• Serving Size: One cup
• Cook Time: None
• Preparation Time: 15 minutes
• Cuisine: American
• Total Time: Fifteen mints.
• Course: Salad
• Diet: Keto, Low Carb, Gluten-Free
• Serving: 4 servings

EQUIPMENT:

• Spiralizer
• Paper towel
• Small bowl
• Large mixing bowl
• Whisk
• Spatula

INGREDIENTS:

• 2 medium zucchinis
• ½ cup cherry tomatoes
• ¼ cup red onion
• ¼ cup crumbled feta or goat cheese
• Two tbsp. olive oil
• One tbsp. lemon juice
• 1 tsp. Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper
• Optional: fresh basil, olives, or avocado

INGREDIENTS NOTES:

ZUCCHINI:

• Fresh zucchini spiralized noodles are best made with firm zucchini. We have to be careful to dry with a paper towel to prevent the salad from becoming overly wet after spiralizing.

CHEESE:

• We can use the goat cheese or parmesan cheese have a different flavor profile. We can also use the feta cheese, which adds a tangy taste and crumbly texture to the salad.

OLIVE OIL:

• Olive Oil is used to add the additional healthy fats and a deeper flavor, We can also use the premium extra virgin olive oil.

LEMON JUICE:

• We have to use fresh lemon juice to give the zesty taste, and it also makes the salad light. We can also use the bottled lemon juice if fresh is not available.

DIJON MUSTARD:

• Dijon mustard prepare the tangy and silky salad. Yellow mustard can be used if you like a softer taste.

TOMATOES:

• We can easily use different tomatoes or even cucumbers in place of the cherry tomatoes, which provide sweetness and color.

OPTIONAL:

• You can add fresh herbs like avocado, basil, or olives to improve the taste and texture.

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INSTRUCTION:

1. Take a large mixing bowl and add the noodles, and spiralized the zucchini.
2. Then we can add the cheese, red onion, and cherry tomatoes.
3. We can mix the lemon juice, Dijon mustard, olive oil, black pepper & salt.
4. Then drizzle the dressing over the Keto Spiralized Zucchini Salad.
5. Shake the salad to combine the dressing & salad.
6. We can serve the salad right away or refrigerate it for ten to fifteen minutes to allow the flavors to blend.

SERVING IDEAS:

• We can serve this salad with the pan-seared fish, garlic butter shrimp, or grilled lemon herb chicken as a protein-dense main course to go with the zucchini salad.
• This zucchini salad also goes well with lamb chops marinated in rosemary or a meaty steak or skirt steak.
• We can also serve this zucchini salad with a creamy cauliflower gratin, roasted asparagus with Parmesan, or crunchy zucchini chips.

TIPS:

• We can use a paper towel to pat zucchini noodles dry to prevent sogginess.
• You could also include protein, such as shrimp or grilled chicken, for a full meal.
• We can also add the chopped nuts or sunflower seeds for added crunch.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• You can preserve this zucchini salad in an airtight container and save this salad for 2 days.

FREEZER:

• It is not good to store this zucchini salad because the zucchini will release its water content, and the salad will become watery.

FAQs:

Is this zucchini salad low in carbs and keto-friendly?

• This zucchini salad is keto as it is made with all the keto components, and it only comprises 6g net carbs per serving of this salad.

Can I make this zucchini salad before time?

• We can make this zucchini salad before time, but we have to preserve the salad and dressing separately and mix them at the time of serving.

Will I make this zucchini salad with store-bought spiralized zucchini?

• You can make this zucchini salad with the store-bought zucchini, but you can just check its freshness before adding it to the salad.

Is this zucchini salad dairy-free?

• Yes, this zucchini salad is dairy-free because it does not contain any cream or butter.

Will we add a protein source to this zucchini salad?

• Yes we can add some chicken, sausages, turkey, and ham in this zucchini salad to increase the protein in this zucchini salad.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Calories: 120 kcal
Potassium: 400mg
Net carbs: 6g
Total Carbs: 8g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Fat: 9g
Sodium: 250mg
Serving Size: 1 cup