Preparation: 20 min Marinating: 30 min
Serve this refreshing salad with crusty Italian bread. If preparing this recipe for company, try pairing it with NESTEA Sangria.
You will need:
| 3 |
medium zucchini |
3 |
| 1 |
juice & zest of a lemon |
1 |
|
coarse salt & freshly ground pepper |
|
| 4 |
medium vine-ripened tomatoes |
4 |
| 2 tbsp |
extra virgin olive oil |
30 ml |
|
fresh chives |
|
Step 1:
Thinly slice zucchini lengthwise using a large vegetable peeler or a mandolin; place in a shallow dish. Add lemon juice, zest, salt and pepper; cover and marinate for 30 minutes at room temperature.
Step 2:
Slice each tomato into 4 slices and place around the outer edge of a platter, cover and set aside.
Step 3:
Just before serving, remove zucchini from dish and place in middle of platter; pour olive oil over tomato slices. Garnish with chives and serve immediately.
Makes 8 servings
Nutrients per serving (per 2 tomato slices): about 40 calories, 0 g protein, 3.5 g fat, 2 g carbohydrate, 8 mg vitamin C (15% Daily Value for vitamin C).
Nestlé Kitchens Tip: For added colour use both green and yellow zucchini.
Good to Know: This salad is a source of Vitamin C. Vitamin C is a factor in the development and maintenance of bones, cartilage, teeth and gums.
