Baking is science and I don't like formulas, but cooking is art and anything goes...and the simpler the better. It's all about less time at the stove and more time at the table. With a forty year passion for food I'm excited to share what I do in the kitchen nearly every day.

Thursday, April 30, 2026

Shaved Zucchini Salad

 

This is the best dish I’ve ever made with a zucchini…no joke!

In a small bowl combine the zest from at third of a lemon, the juice from a whole lemon, two tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, and salt and pepper to taste. You could also add a teaspoon of minced shallot, minced garlic, or some chili flakes to change things up. Set the dressing aside while you prep the zucchini.

One zucchini will give you enough for a side dish for two people. Cut the stem end off, then while holding the unpeeled zucchini in the palm of your hand use a Swiss style vegetable peeler to shave it down to the seeded core.

I find it easiest to start from the top and shave only about half way down the length of the zucchini, then rotate after each slice. After a full rotation, flip it from top to bottom, and do the same on the other end. Repeat until you get down to the seeds or it gets too flimsy to shave any more.

Just before serving, toss together the zucchini, dressing, and a handful of shaved parmesan…and more salt and pepper if needed.

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