Best 16 Zucchini Onion Salad Recipes

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Zucchini onion salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light lunch. Made with fresh zucchini, onions, and a tangy dressing, this salad is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy seasonal vegetables. The zucchini and onions provide a crisp and refreshing crunch, while the dressing adds a delightful tang and acidity. With just a few simple ingredients and a short preparation time, this salad is a great option for busy weeknights or when you're looking for a quick and easy side dish.

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ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH HERBS AND RED ONION



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A lovely salad with thin slices of zucchini, red onion, fresh mint, and basil. Use a spiralizer or potato peeler to slice the zucchini as thinly as possible. I like to blanch the red onion but it's not completely necessary.

Provided by RSCHUSTER

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 47m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 cups water
½ red onion, finely chopped
7 small fresh zucchini, thinly sliced
4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 teaspoon freshly squeezed lemon juice, or more to taste
½ teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Bring water in a pot to a boil. Place finely chopped red onion in a sieve, submerge in boiling water, and blanch for 1 minute. Cool under running cold water and set aside.
  • Place zucchini slices into the boiling water and cook for 30 seconds. Remove and immediately cool in a bowl with ice water. Move zucchini around with a wooden spoon so they evenly cool. Drain and allow to drip dry.
  • Place zucchini in a salad bowl. Mix in mint and basil.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and pepper together in a small bowl; pour over the salad and chill for 30 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 107.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.6 g, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.3 g, Sodium 44.8 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH RED ONION



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Raw zucchini, sliced into ribbons with a peeler, is mild-tasting; a short soak in vinegar and oil mellows and softens the onion but leaves enough bite to keep it interesting.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
4 small zucchini (about 1 1/2 pounds total)

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil; season with salt and pepper. Stir in onion, and let stand 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, using a vegetable peeler, slice zucchini into paper-thin ribbons, avoiding seeds. Add to bowl with dressing, season with salt and pepper; toss to combine.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 52 g, Fat 4 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g

ZUCCHINI SALAD



Zucchini Salad image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 teaspoons finely grated fresh lemon zest
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon honey
1 teaspoon anchovy paste
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 small zucchini, trimmed and thinly sliced into half moons
3 cups loosely packed frisee (French curly endive), trimmed and torn into small pieces
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh flat-leaf parsley
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, torn in 1/2 lengthwise if large
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, torn into small pieces
12 kalamata olives, pitted and thinly sliced lengthwise
1 small red onion, halved lengthwise and thinly sliced crosswise

Steps:

  • Whisk together zest, juice, mustard, honey, anchovy paste, sherry vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until combined. Slowly whisk in the olive oil. Add zucchini, frisee, herbs, olives, and onion and toss to coat. Serve immediately.

ZUCCHINI RIBBON SALAD



Zucchini Ribbon Salad image

Provided by Alton Brown

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 pounds zucchini, trimmed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
2 teaspoons whole-grain mustard
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup frisee torn into pieces
1/3 cup thinly sliced radishes
1/3 cup chopped, toasted almonds
1/3 cup chiffonade fresh basil leaves
1-ounce Manchego cheese, shaved

Steps:

  • Shave the zucchini into long wide ribbons using a vegetable peeler or mandoline, turning the squash, if necessary, to ease shaving. Discard the seedy core. Put the zucchini into a colander set inside a bowl, sprinkle with salt, toss and drain for 30 minutes. Discard the liquid.
  • Whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, mustard, and pepper in a serving bowl. Add the zucchini, onion, frisee, and radishes. Toss to combine. Sprinkle with almonds, basil, and Manchego cheese and serve. Can be stored, covered, in refrigerator for up to 3 days.

ZUCCHINI WITH ONION AND TOMATO



Zucchini With Onion and Tomato image

This is a basic recipe for zucchini. Zucchini, because it is so abundant in summer, produces lots of recipes for "how to get rid of it". This one is for enjoying it for its own sake. The amounts for each ingredient are very flexible. Use your own judgement. It's hard to go wrong. Gardeners can avoid a glut of zucchini by harvesting it at its best, about the time the blossom drops from the fruit.

Provided by Chopin Liszt

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons olive oil
4 small zucchini
1/2 medium onion
1 medium tomatoes
fresh basil or dried basil, to taste
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, to taste
salt
parmesan cheese

Steps:

  • Cut the zucchini in bite size pieces.
  • Chop the onion.
  • Dice the tomato.
  • Heat the olive oil in a heavy skillet.
  • Saute the zucchini and onion until tender and lightly browned, about 20 minutes.
  • Add the rest of the ingredients and cook until the juices thicken a little, about 5 or 10 minutes.
  • Serve with grated parmesan cheese.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.8, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.5, Sodium 14, Carbohydrate 6.6, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.5, Protein 1.8

EASY HEALTHY ZUCCHINI SALAD



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I came up with this recipe while prepping ingredients to make a quiche. I realized the veggie mix made a wonderful salad just by itself! Don't skip the Parmesan-Romano cheese, it cuts the acidity of the Worcestershire sauce and garlic and makes for a wonderful flavor blend. My boyfriend heartily approves! This recipe would also be a good vegetable base for a quiche.

Provided by Sybil Green

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 cups zucchini, halved and cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 red bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 green bell pepper, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
½ onion, diced
1 stalk celery, diced, or more to taste
3 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan-Romano cheese blend
1 ½ tablespoons garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried parsley
½ teaspoon dried marjoram
½ teaspoon seasoned salt (such as Johnny's Seasoning Salt®)

Steps:

  • Stir zucchini, red bell pepper, green bell pepper, onion, celery, Worcestershire sauce, Parmesan-Romano cheese, garlic, parsley, marjoram, and seasoned salt together in a large bowl. Cover bowl with plastic wrap and let marinate, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 72.7 calories, Carbohydrate 13.8 g, Cholesterol 2.2 mg, Fat 1.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 3.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 301.5 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

MEDITERRANEAN ZUCCHINI AND CHICKPEA SALAD



Mediterranean Zucchini and Chickpea Salad image

Chopped zucchini, chickpeas, tomatoes, and fresh basil in a light balsamic dressing. Or you can use red wine vinegar! Makes a great side dish or light lunch. Not necessary, but best if chilled at least a couple hours to let flavors blend.

Provided by ChristineM

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 cups diced zucchini
1 (15 ounce) can chickpeas, drained and rinsed
1 cup halved grape tomatoes
¾ cup chopped red bell pepper
½ cup chopped sweet onion (such as Vidalia®)
½ cup crumbled feta cheese
½ cup chopped Kalamata olives
⅓ cup olive oil
⅓ cup packed fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped
¼ cup white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary
1 tablespoon capers, drained and chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
½ teaspoon dried Greek oregano
1 pinch crushed red pepper flakes
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Mix zucchini, chickpeas, tomatoes, red bell pepper, onion, feta, Kalamata olives, olive oil, basil, vinegar, rosemary, capers, garlic, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper together in a large bowl.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.4 calories, Carbohydrate 19 g, Cholesterol 11.1 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, Sodium 514.6 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

TOMATO, ONION AND ZUCCHINI SALAD



Tomato, Onion and Zucchini Salad image

Provided by Kristin H. R. Small

Categories     Salad     Onion     Tomato     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Basil     Zucchini     Summer     Bon Appétit     Georgia

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large tomatoes,sliced
2 medium zucchini, sliced
1 large onion, thinly sliced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried, crumbled
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano or 1 teaspoon dried, crumbled
6 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar or 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Place alternating slices of tomatoes, zucchini and onion on serving platter. Sprinkle with herbs. Whisk together oil and vinegar and pour over salad. Season with salt and pepper. Cover and refrigerate at least 2 and up to 4 hours.

MARINATED ZUCCHINI SALAD



Marinated Zucchini Salad image

Meet the Cook: This recipe has been passed down for generations in my family - it helps to use up the late-summer squash from the garden, and it'll keep for several days in the refrigerator. Wherever I take it, I have to take the recipe, too! Now that we're retired (we have one son), my husband and I enjoy being at home with each other, gardening...and trying out plenty of recipes. -Billie Blanton, Kingsport, Tennessee

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 small zucchini (about 1-1/2 pounds), thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped green pepper
1/2 cup diced celery
1/2 cup diced onion
1 jar (2 ounces) diced pimientos, drained
2/3 cup vinegar
1/3 cup vegetable oil
1/2 cup sugar
3 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Combine zucchini, green pepper, celery, onion and pimientos in a medium bowl; set aside. Combine remaining ingredients in a jar; cover tightly and shake vigorously. Pour marinade over vegetables toss gently. Cover and chill 8 hours or overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts :

TOMATO AND ZUCCHINI SALAD



Tomato and Zucchini Salad image

What a better way to use those fresh veggies from the Farmers Market this summer. I found this in a Better Homes and Gardens magazine. I didn't think I'd like the raw zucchini but it was great.

Provided by gertc96

Categories     Low Protein

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 large tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons green onions, sliced
1 teaspoon fresh basil leaves, snipped or 1/4 teaspoon dried basil, crushed
2 tablespoons fat-free Italian salad dressing
1 leaf lettuce
2 tablespoons feta cheese, crumbled or 2 tablespoons part-skim mozzarella cheese, shredded

Steps:

  • In a medium mixing bowl combine tomato, zucchini, green onions, basil, and Italian salad dressing. Toss lightly to mix.
  • Line 4 salad plates with lettuce. Divide tomato mixture among plates. Sprinkle each serving with some of the cheese. Makes 4 servings.

SUMMER SQUASH AND ZUCCHINI SALAD



Summer Squash and Zucchini Salad image

I came up with this colorful and tasty zucchini salad years ago for a recipe contest and was delighted when I won honorable mention! The recipe easily doubles and is the perfect dish to take to potlucks or family gatherings. -Paula Wharton, El Paso, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 medium zucchini
2 yellow summer squash
1 medium sweet red pepper
1 medium red onion
1 cup fresh sugar snap peas, trimmed and halved
1/3 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
4 teaspoons fresh sage or 1 teaspoon dried sage leaves
2 teaspoons honey
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon dill weed
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Thinly slice zucchini, squash, red pepper and onion; place in a large bowl. Add snap peas. In a small bowl, whisk remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over vegetables; toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, at least 3 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 101 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 124mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SWEET-SOUR ZUCCHINI SALAD



Sweet-Sour Zucchini Salad image

"This make-ahead mixture can be served as a condiment or a salad," shares Jan Koppri, Mancos, Colorado. The flavorful marinade is also nice with cucumbers.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup cider vinegar
4-1/2 teaspoons dried minced onion
7 small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/2 cup chopped celery
1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper
DRESSING:
3/4 cup sugar
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1/3 cup canola oil
1 teaspoon salt, optional
1 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine vinegar and onion. Add the zucchini, celery and peppers. , In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine dressing ingredients; shake well. Pour over vegetables and stir gently. Cover and refrigerate for 8 hours or overnight. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 113 calories, Fat 7g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 9mg sodium, Carbohydrate 10g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CUCUMBER-ZUCCHINI SALAD



Cucumber-Zucchini Salad image

Typical Salad from the Ivory Coast!For a pretty presentation scored cucumber and zucchini with a fork, not peeled. Onions are nice placed in between the layers.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Onions

Time 5m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
2 zucchini, thinly sliced
1 small sweet onion, thinly sliced (optional)
1/3 cup vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon coarse black pepper, fresh cracked
1 pinch red pepper flakes

Steps:

  • Arrange in alternate layers cucumber, zucchini & onions.
  • Mix VINEGAR and SUGAR dissolved in 1/2 cup HOT WATER add SALT, PEPPER, & CRUSHED RED PEPPER.Add a couple ice cubes to chill.
  • Drain any water formed from cucumbers before adding the dressing.
  • Allow vegetables to marinate in the dressing at least 1 hour before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 62, Fat 0.3, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 589, Carbohydrate 14.3, Fiber 1.3, Sugar 11.6, Protein 1.5

ZUCCHINI TOMATO SALAD



Zucchini Tomato Salad image

Fresh-tasting tomatoes, zucchini, green pepper and onion are seasoned with garlic and parsley in this quick side dish that's served warm. "This recipe is great for the family that gardens because of the vegetables it uses," notes Kathy Fielder of Dallas, Texas.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/4 cup chopped green pepper
1 medium zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 small onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon olive oil
2 small plum tomatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
1/2 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • In a nonstick skillet, saute the green pepper, zucchini, onion and garlic in oil for 3-4 minutes or until crisp-tender. Add the tomatoes, salt and pepper. Reduce heat to low; cover and cook until heated through. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 59 calories, Fat 3g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 597mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

JEAN'S ZUCCHINI SALAD



Jean's Zucchini Salad image

My sister, Jean, found this recipe years ago. I always love it. Great for potlucks and BBQs. When sweetening, you may want to double or triple to taste.

Provided by stitchers

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Zucchini Salad Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 ½ cups thinly sliced zucchini
½ cup thinly sliced celery
¼ red onion, thinly sliced
¼ green bell pepper, thinly sliced
6 tablespoons white sugar, or to taste
¼ cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons water
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon wine vinegar
½ teaspoon dried basil
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Mix zucchini, celery, red onion, and bell pepper in a bowl.
  • Whisk sugar, rice vinegar, water, both amounts of vegetable oil, wine vinegar, basil, salt, and black pepper together in a separate bowl. Drizzle dressing over zucchini mixture; toss to coat. Refrigerate until chilled, 1 to 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Carbohydrate 17.7 g, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 0.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.4 g, Sodium 130.2 mg, Sugar 16.2 g

ZUCCHINI AND CUCUMBER SALAD



Zucchini and Cucumber Salad image

Mmmmm....zucchini and cucumber marinated in an oil and balsamic vinegar dressing kicked up with olives, cherry tomatoes and dijon mustard! Adapted from Country Home magazine.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Southwestern U.S.

Time 10m

Yield 5 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb small zucchini, thinly sliced
1/2 large English cucumber, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
1 large sweet onion, cut into thin rings
1 (2 1/4 ounce) can black olives, pitted and sliced
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes
1/4 cup loosely packed fresh Italian parsley
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 cup cider vinegar
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon dijon-style mustard
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
1 garlic clove, minced
1/8 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine zucchini, cucumber, onion, olives, tomatoes, and parsley.
  • For the dressing, whisk together oil, vinegars, mustard, salt, hot pepper sauce, garlic, and pepper. Add to zucchini mixture; toss to coat. Season to taste with more salt and pepper, if needed. Cover and chill up to 24 hours.
  • Makes 5 servings.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 192.4, Fat 16.2, SaturatedFat 2.3, Sodium 354.2, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 6.4, Protein 2.1

Tips:

  • Choose fresh and firm zucchini for the best flavor and texture.
  • Use a sharp knife to thinly slice the zucchini and onion so that they cook evenly.
  • If you don't have a grill, you can cook the zucchini and onion in a grill pan over medium heat.
  • Be careful not to overcook the zucchini and onion, as they should still have a slight crunch.
  • For a more flavorful salad, marinate the zucchini and onion in a mixture of olive oil, vinegar, herbs, and spices before grilling.
  • Serve the salad warm or at room temperature.

Conclusion:

Zucchini onion salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for summer cookouts and picnics. It is also a healthy and nutritious way to enjoy zucchini and onion. With its simple ingredients and easy preparation, this salad is sure to be a hit with everyone who tries it.

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