Lemon Zucchini and Cucumber Salad Recipe
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Lemon Zucchini and Cucumber Salad

By: Sarah B. 
"A very healthy, simple salad that works well next to a filet of steak or grilled tuna melt. Amount of vinegar and oil may be adjusted to taste."

This Kitchen Approved Recipe has an average star rating of 3.0 Rate/Review | Read Reviews (8)

 

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Original Recipe Yield 4 servings
 

Ingredients

  • 1 zucchini, sliced into rounds
  • 1 cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
  • 1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 twist lemon peel for garnish

Directions

  1. Place the zucchini slices into a steamer basket and set over one inch of water in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, cover and steam for 3 to 5 minutes, or until tender. Remove from the steamer and cool slightly.
  2. In a salad bowl, combine the zucchini and cucumber slices. In a separate bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Pour over the zucchini and cucumber. Toss to coat, then garnish with lemon peel.

Nutritional Information open nutritional information

Amount Per Serving  Calories: 119 | Total Fat: 10.3g | Cholesterol: 0mg Powered by ESHA Nutrient Database

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The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 26, 2008 by lakeview   view full review
We were a bit sceptical, but I had all the ingredients on hand, and an abundance of cucumbers...
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 4, 2010 by Pam-3BoysMama Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was definitely an interesting dish. I had all the ingredients, so I gave it a try. If I...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Feb. 21, 2008 by kturner120   view full review
I personally didn't love it but my guestss thought it was an interesting dish.
The reviewer gave this recipe 5 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 16, 2010 by Cydonia   view full review
I substituted red wine vinegar, because I do not like balsamic. It was wonderful! I might try...
The reviewer gave this recipe 3 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Jun. 18, 2011 by penniesfromheaven   view full review
It was pretty good but I would probably recommend adding onion to it for a little extra zip. ...
The reviewer gave this recipe 2 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Aug. 13, 2010 by Juny   view full review
just ok, flavour not so much.....
The reviewer gave this recipe 1 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Mar. 24, 2010 by Rebecka52   view full review
way too much balsamic for this amount of veggies, pretty bland dish
The reviewer gave this recipe 4 stars. This recipe averages a 3.0 star rating.
Reviewed on Sep. 14, 2011 by kellieann Supporting Member (Click to learn more about Supporting Membership)  view full review
This was pretty good. I didn't cook the zucchini or peel the cucumber, and I cut the balsamic...

 

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