Suntan andミント Summer Squash Noodles

Cool, refreshing, and bursting with a vibrant medley of colors, this salad is an effortlessly elegant summer showpiece. Spiralized zucchini, the base of the dish, brings a subtle vegetal flavor and a crisp-tender bite. We chop the zucchini into noodles to increase its surface area, making it more receptive to the vibrant flavors of the dressing. A quartet of vibrant vegetables—onion, red bell pepper, cucumber, and tomato—adds a delightful array of sweet, savory, and refreshing notes. Chopping the vegetables into similar sizes ensures even cooking and a cohesive texture. Fresh parsley, with its bright, herbaceous flavor, provides a vibrant finishing touch. Drizzled with a simple dressing of olive oil and lemon juice, the salad is seasoned to perfection with salt and pepper, allowing the natural flavors of the vegetables to shine through.

In the sun-drenched Mediterranean, where summer days stretch long and balmy, there's a tradition of seeking respite in the shade, savoring the cool breeze, and indulging in dishes that refresh and invigorate. This salad is a testament to that tradition, born from a desire to create a dish that encapsulates the essence of summer's bounty. Inspired by the vibrant colors and flavors of the Mediterranean market, we've combined fresh, seasonal vegetables into a delightful symphony of taste and texture. From the crisp crunch of the zucchini to the sweet juiciness of the tomatoes, every bite evokes memories of lazy summer afternoons spent in the company of loved ones.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 2

Ingredients

• 1 summer squash
• 1/4 cup chopped onion
• 1/4 cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1/4 cup chopped cucumber
• 1/4 cup chopped tomato
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

1. 1. Cut the summer squash into thin noodles using a spiralizer or a knife.
2. 2. Combine the summer squash noodles, onion, bell pepper, cucumber, tomato, and parsley in a large bowl.
3. 3. Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
4. 4. Mix well and serve immediately.

Why It Works

• Spiralizing the zucchini increases its surface area, allowing it to better absorb the flavors of the dressing.
• Chopping the vegetables into uniform sizes ensures even cooking and a cohesive texture.
• The combination of sweet, savory, and refreshing vegetables creates a delightful balance of flavors.
• The simple dressing of olive oil and lemon juice allows the natural flavors of the vegetables to shine through.
• Fresh parsley adds a vibrant, herbaceous note that brightens the salad.