Preparation Using mandoline or V-slicer and working with 1 zucchini at a time, thinly slice lengthwise, discarding first strip. Slice up to seeded core; turn zucchini and continue to slice until only rectangle of seeded core remains; discard core. Place slices in medium bowl. Add cucumber, onion, 1/2 of chopped mint, and lemon peel. Whisk lemon juice and pistachio oil in small bowl, then pour over zucchini mixture; toss to coat. Season with salt and generously with pepper. Cover zucchini mixture and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours. Sprinkle remaining chopped mint over salad and toss to coat. More info:Pistachio oil can be found at specialty foods stores, some farmers' markets, and at amazon.com. If unavailable, substitute walnut or olive oil.Per serving: 83 calories, 5 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 15 mg sodium, 9 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein See Nutrition Data's complete analysis of this recipe › Nutritional analysis provided by Nutrition Data
Preparation Using mandoline or V-slicer and working with 1 zucchini at a time, thinly slice lengthwise, discarding first strip. Slice up to seeded core; turn zucchini and continue to slice until only rectangle of seeded core remains; discard core. Place slices in medium bowl. Add cucumber, onion, 1/2 of chopped mint, and lemon peel. Whisk lemon juice and pistachio oil in small bowl, then pour over zucchini mixture; toss to coat. Season with salt and generously with pepper. Cover zucchini mixture and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 3 hours. Sprinkle remaining chopped mint over salad and toss to coat. More info:Pistachio oil can be found at specialty foods stores, some farmers' markets, and at amazon.com. If unavailable, substitute walnut or olive oil.Per serving: 83 calories, 5 g fat (0 g saturated), 0 mg cholesterol, 15 mg sodium, 9 g carbohydrates, 3 g fiber, 2 g protein See Nutrition Data's complete analysis of this recipe › Nutritional analysis provided by Nutrition Data