Lemony Spiralized Zucchinni with Walnuts

Lemony Zucchini Salad with Walnuts

Name: Lemony Zucchini Salad with Walnuts
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons lemon juice; 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 clove garlic, minced; Sea salt, freshly ground pepper and sugar, to taste; 12 ounces zucchini, chilled; 1/4 cup ricotta cheese; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped and toasted California walnuts; 2 tablespoons snipped fresh basil; Lemon zest (optional garnish)

Serves

Serving Size

about 1 cup

Description

Shredded zucchini with ricotta cheese, basil and California walnuts.

Ingredients

3 tablespoons lemon juice
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 clove garlic, minced
Sea salt, freshly ground pepper and sugar, to taste
12 ounces zucchini, chilled
1/4 cup ricotta cheese
1/2 cup coarsely chopped and toasted California walnuts
2 tablespoons snipped fresh basil
Lemon zest (optional garnish)

PREPARATION

In a medium bowl whisk together lemon juice, oil, garlic, salt, pepper and sugar.
Cut zucchini into spirals using a spiralizer and add to bowl. Toss well to coat.
Transfer to 4 salad plates and top each with ricotta, walnuts and basil. Garnish with lemon zest if desired. Salad is best served within 1 hour.

NUTRITION

Calories: 240 cal
Total Fat: 11 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Polyunsaturated Fat: 8 g
Cholesterol: 5 mg
Sodium: 100 mg
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 5 g