This Mediterranean Zucchini Salsa is a fresh and colorful dish. We prepare this refreshing salsa with zucchini, Roma tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, Kalamata olives, feta cheese, fresh parsley, fresh mint, extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, red wine vinegar, garlic, oregano, sea salt, and black pepper. This salsa contains approximately 6 g of net carbs and 115 calories. We make this salsa in just 15 minutes. You can serve this salsa with grilled chicken, baked salmon, whole wheat pita chips, hummus, or falafel for a delicious and refreshing Mediterranean-inspired meal.
STATS:
- Cook Duration: 0 minutes
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Calories: 115 kcal
- Diet: Mediterranean
- Prep Duration: 15 minutes
- Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Salad
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Portion Size: ¾ cup
- Total Servings: 6
INGREDIENTS:
- 2 zucchini
- 2 Roma tomatoes
- 1 cucumber
- ¼ cup red onion
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives
- ¼ cup feta cheese
- 2 tbsp parsley
- 1 tbsp mint
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- A single tbsp. of lemon juice
- Sea salt, one-fourth tsp.
- 1 tsp. red wine vinegar.
- 1 clove garlic
- ½ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp black pepper
INGREDIENT NOTES:
ZUCCHINI:
- Zucchini gives this salsa a crisp texture and a hint of sweetness. You can also use finely chopped celery, cucumber, or yellow squash.
ROMA TOMATOES:
- Roma tomatoes give this salsa a natural sweetness and luscious freshness. As an alternative, use vine-ripened tomatoes, grape tomatoes, or cherry tomatoes.
CUCUMBER:
- To add more crunch and freshness to our salsa, we use cucumber. Celery, Persian cucumber, or English cucumber can be used in its stead.
RED ONION:
- The fresh veggies are balanced with the mild, crisp flavor of the red onion. Use sweet onions, green onions, or shallots instead.
OLIVES KALAMATA:
- We include Kalamata olives because of their salty flavor and rich Mediterranean taste. Green olives, Castelvetrano olives, and black olives are also excellent.
MINT:
- To add a refreshing finish and aromatic flavor, we use fresh mint. Or add more parsley or fresh basil.
OREGANO:
- This salsa’s traditional Mediterranean herb taste comes from dried oregano. Alternatives include dried thyme or Italian seasoning.
INSTRUCTIONS:
- Rinse and dry each veggie completely.
- Slice the red onion, zucchini, cucumber, and tomatoes into equal and small pieces.
- Cut the Kalamata olives and mince the mint and parsley.
- Put each feta cheese, sliced veggies, herbs, and olives in a dish.
- Stir the black pepper, olive oil, salt, lemon juice, oregano, red wine vinegar, and minced garlic in a vessel.
- Spread the dressing on all the veggies.
- Chill for almost twenty minutes.
- Serve this salsa refrigerated with Mediterranean dishes.
TIPS:
- Include feta and then serve for optimal freshness.
- We utilize young and firm zucchini for a perfect crunchy texture.
- Slice each veggie equally to get a balanced texture.
SERVING SUGGESTIONS:
GRILLED MAIN DISHES:
- Grilled Chicken Breast
- Grilled Salmon
- Lemon Herb Shrimp
- Grilled Lamb Chops
- Turkey Kebabs
MEDITERRANEAN FAVORITES:
- Falafel
- Hummus
- Stuffed Grape Leaves
- Chicken Shawarma
- Greek Meatballs
BREAD & DIPPERS:
- Whole Wheat Pita Bread
- Pita Chips
- Toasted Baguette Slices
- Seed Crackers
- Flatbread
HEALTHY BOWLS & SALADS:
- Quinoa Bowl
- Couscous Salad
- Greek Salad
- Chickpea Salad
- Brown Rice Bowl
STORAGE INFORMATION:
FRIDGE:
- Put this salsa in a closed bottle and stock it for around three days.
FREEZER:
- Because the vegetables will lose their crisp quality, we advise against keeping this salad.
FAQs:
Could we make this salsa sooner?
- You may prepare this salsa ahead of time, chill it, and then consume it.
Will we include protein?
- Yes, you can use tuna, chickpeas, grilled chicken, or shrimp.
NUTRITIONAL FACTS:
Calories: 115 kcal
Fiber: 2 g
Sodium: 280 mg
Fats: 8 g
Net Carbs: 6 g
Sugar: 4 g
Proteins: 3 g
Portion Size: ¾ cup
Total Carbs: 8 g