ZUCCHINI-AND-FENNEL SALAD WITH PECORINO AND MINT
In 2007, if you were looking for a sign of the culinary times, you could do no better than the one prominently displayed in San Francisco, in my local Übermarket for the conscientious shopper: "Organic Summer Squash, $3.99 a pound." Our growing food fetishization created a new produce category: luxury squash. I was disturbed but also intrigued: perhaps familiarity had blinded me to squash's delicate charms - at these prices it clearly deserved more than a typically bland sauté or a quick turn on the grill. Given its etymology (the word "squash" comes from a Native American word meaning "eaten raw"), maybe it shouldn't be cooked at all. So I swallowed hard, bought some zucchini and shaved them into a salad with fennel, mint and pecorino, which made a delicious and interesting starter.
Provided by Daniel Patterson
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 10m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Use a vegetable peeler or mandoline to thinly shave the zucchini lengthwise. In a large bowl, toss together the zucchini, mint, pecorino Romano, fennel, lemon juice and olive oil. Season with salt and black pepper. Add more lemon juice or olive oil to taste.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 237, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 16 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 13 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 589 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
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Rick Lohnes
[email protected]I made this salad for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved the unique flavors and the beautiful presentation. I will definitely be making this again.
dylan mcmahon
[email protected]This salad is so refreshing and flavorful! The combination of zucchini, fennel, and mint is perfect. I love serving it as a side dish for grilled chicken or fish.
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[email protected]I'm not usually a fan of fennel, but I really enjoyed it in this salad. The roasting process mellows out the flavor and makes it much more palatable. I'll definitely be making this salad again.
Achar Dass
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables. It's packed with zucchini, fennel, and mint, all of which are incredibly healthy. Plus, it's delicious!
Haris Rehman
[email protected]I love this salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I usually add a little bit of red pepper flakes for a bit of spice. It's the perfect summer salad.
Fernando Ojeda
[email protected]This salad was absolutely delicious! The roasted zucchini and fennel were so flavorful, and the mint and pecorino added a perfect balance of freshness and saltiness. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new and exciting sa
Aslam Molla
[email protected]I made this salad for a picnic, and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the unique flavors, and it was so easy to transport. I'll definitely be making this again for my next outdoor gathering.
Brendah Nakatudde
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up summer zucchini. It's light and refreshing, and the flavors are so bright and cheerful. I love the combination of zucchini, fennel, and mint.
Md Nizam
[email protected]I was a bit skeptical about this recipe at first, but I'm so glad I tried it! The zucchini and fennel are roasted to perfection, and the mint and pecorino add a really nice touch. This salad is definitely a keeper.
Mehdi Ballata
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and interesting salad recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The flavors are so unique and well-balanced, and the salad is so easy to make. I'll definitely be making this again!
Omar Son Alaa 2010
[email protected]This salad was a hit at my last dinner party! The combination of zucchini, fennel, and mint was so refreshing and flavorful, and the pecorino cheese added a nice salty touch. I will definitely be making this again.