CUMIN-SCENTED SUMMER SQUASH SALAD

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In the summer, squash of all kinds is in abundance. This recipe uses zucchini, or any other summer variety you have on hand or pick up at the farmers' market. The squash in this North African salad is lightly steamed.

Provided by Martha Rose Shulman

Categories     weekday, side dish

Time 10m

Yield Serves four

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound zucchini or other summer squash, thinly sliced or cut in 1/2-inch dice
3 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 garlic clove, minced or puréed
3/4 to 1 teaspoon cumin seeds, lightly toasted and ground
Salt
freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro

Steps:

  • Steam the squash for three to five minutes until just tender. Remove from the heat.
  • Mix together the lemon juice, garlic, cumin, salt, pepper and olive oil. Toss with the squash. You can serve this warm, in which case add the cilantro and serve. Alternately, refrigerate until shortly before serving. Toss with the cilantro and serve.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 144, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 327 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams

Ethan Tindell
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I made this salad for dinner last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. The roasted squash was sweet and caramelized, the cucumber was crisp and refreshing, and the corn was sweet and juicy. The dressing was the perfect finishing touc


Maremeni Lutendo
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This salad is delicious! The roasted squash is sweet and smoky, the cucumber is crisp and refreshing, the corn is sweet and juicy, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. I will definitel


Lily Morgan
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This salad is a great way to use up summer squash. I love the combination of roasted squash, cucumber, corn, and dressing. The cumin and paprika add a nice warm flavor to the salad. I would definitely make this salad again.


Balaj Ali Soomro
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of roasted squash, cucumber, corn, and dressing. The cumin and paprika add a nice warm flavor to the salad. I would definitely make this salad again.


Bilal Nida
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I made this salad for dinner last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. The roasted squash was sweet and caramelized, the cucumber was crisp and refreshing, and the corn was sweet and juicy. The dressing was the perfect finishing touc


MD Anderson Hs
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This salad is delicious! The roasted squash is sweet and smoky, the cucumber is crisp and refreshing, the corn is sweet and juicy, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. I will definitel


Walji Kolhi
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This salad is a great way to use up summer squash. I love the combination of roasted squash, cucumber, corn, and dressing. The cumin and paprika add a nice warm flavor to the salad. I would definitely make this salad again.


Md Masbaulallom
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of roasted squash, cucumber, corn, and dressing. The cumin and paprika add a nice warm flavor to the salad. I would definitely make this salad again.


Muhammad Shoaib Raza attari
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I made this salad for dinner last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. The roasted squash was sweet and caramelized, the cucumber was crisp and refreshing, and the corn was sweet and juicy. The dressing was the perfect finishing touc


Hannah Van Der Merwe
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This salad is delicious! The roasted squash is sweet and smoky, the cucumber is crisp and refreshing, the corn is sweet and juicy, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. I will definitel


Momin Hossain
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This salad is a great way to use up summer squash. I love the combination of roasted squash, cucumber, corn, and dressing. The cumin and paprika add a nice warm flavor to the salad. I would definitely make this salad again.


Touseef Mushtaq
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This salad is so easy to make and it's so delicious! I love the combination of roasted squash, cucumber, corn, and dressing. The cumin and paprika add a nice warm flavor to the salad. I would definitely make this salad again.


Brittany El-Shouki
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I made this salad for dinner last night and it was a hit! My husband and kids loved it. The roasted squash was sweet and caramelized, the cucumber was crisp and refreshing, and the corn was sweet and juicy. The dressing was the perfect finishing touc


nino kutchava
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This salad is delicious! The roasted squash is sweet and smoky, the cucumber is crisp and refreshing, the corn is sweet and juicy, and the dressing is tangy and flavorful. I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. I will definitel


Mohammad Ali
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This salad is a great way to use up summer squash. I love the combination of roasted squash, cucumber, corn, and dressing. The cumin and paprika add a nice warm flavor to the salad. I would definitely make this salad again.


Orion Chee
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I'm not usually a fan of squash, but this salad changed my mind! The roasting process brings out the natural sweetness of the squash and the cumin and paprika add a lovely smoky flavor. The cucumber and corn add a nice crunch and the dressing is the


Arman Malik
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This salad is so easy to make and it's absolutely delicious! I love the way the cumin and paprika add a warm, earthy flavor to the roasted squash. The cucumber and corn add a nice freshness and crunch. And the dressing is the perfect balance of sweet


Kayla Eldridge
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I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination and the beautiful presentation. The roasted squash added a smoky sweetness, while the cucumber and corn provided a refreshing crunch. The dressing was


Kaneez_e_Zainab Shah
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This cumin-scented summer squash salad is a delightful dish that is bursting with fresh, vibrant flavors. The combination of roasted squash, crisp cucumber, sweet corn, and tangy dressing creates a salad that is both refreshing and satisfying. I high