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Zucchini Ribbon Salad

Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 8 ounces shitake mushrooms, sliced thin
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh chives
  • 2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
  • 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon, juiced
  • 1 shallot, thinly sliced
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup crushed assorted nuts
  • 1/3 cup dried cherries, optional

Instructions

  1. Slice each zucchini in half and then cut each half vertically into thin long ribbons of zucchini. Slice each ribbon in half vertically.  In a medium bowl combine the sliced zucchini and mushrooms.  For the dressing, combine the chives, basil, olive oil, lemon juice, shallot, and balsamic vinegar.  Pour over the zucchini and mushrooms.  Let stand at room temperature for 30 minutes.  Salt and pepper, to taste.  Top with grated Parmesan, crushed nuts and dried cherries, or toppings of your choice. Serve.