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Zucchini Noodle Salad

This Zucchini Noodle Salad is a fresh, healthy, and colorful dish made with crisp spiralized zucchini, juicy cherry tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, and a zesty homemade lemon vinaigrette. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, it's perfect for lunch, a light dinner, or a refreshing side dish. If you're looking for an easy zucchini noodles recipe, healthy zucchini pasta recipes, or a lighter alternative to traditional pasta, this vibrant salad is the perfect choice.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • For the Salad
  • 3 medium zucchini spiralized into noodles
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1 medium cucumber diced
  • ¼ small red onion thinly sliced
  • ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
  • ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
  • For the Lemon Vinaigrette
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 teaspoon honey
  • 1 garlic clove minced
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Optional Add-Ins
  • Grilled chicken
  • Avocado diced
  • Kalamata olives
  • Toasted pine nuts
  • Fresh Parmesan cheese
  • Chickpeas

Method
 

  1. Spiralize the zucchini into noodle-shaped strands using a spiralizer.
  2. Place the zucchini noodles on paper towels, sprinkle lightly with salt, and let them rest for 10 minutes to remove excess moisture. Pat dry.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
  4. In a large serving bowl, combine the zucchini noodles, cherry tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, feta cheese, basil, and parsley.
  5. Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Add any optional ingredients if desired.
  7. Serve immediately or chill for 10–15 minutes before serving for even better flavor.

Notes

  • Salting the zucchini noodles helps remove excess moisture and keeps the salad from becoming watery.
  • Pat the noodles dry before tossing with the dressing.
  • For meal prep, store the dressing separately and combine just before serving.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the brightest flavor.
  • Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.