Zucchini Pignoli and Raisin Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Zucchini Pignoli and Raisin Salad, a refreshing blend of thinly sliced zucchini ribbons paired with the nutty crunch of toasted pine nuts and the natural sweetness of golden raisins. Tossed in a zesty lemon-honey dressing and finished with fresh parsley, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is as light as it is flavorful. Ready in just 20 minutes, this no-cook salad is perfect for warm-weather gatherings or as a quick, nutritious side. Packed with fresh zucchini, toasted pignoli, and a touch of sweetness, this salad is sure to impress with its balance of textures and flavors while keeping things simple and elegant.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium-sized zucchini
• 0.25 cup pine nuts (pignoli)
• 0.25 cup golden raisins
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Using a vegetable peeler or mandolin, slice the zucchini into thin ribbons, resembling wide pasta noodles. Place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for 2-3 minutes or until golden and fragrant. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Remove from heat and let them cool slightly.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Add the toasted pine nuts, golden raisins, and chopped parsley to the bowl with the zucchini ribbons.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the zucchini mixture and gently toss to combine, ensuring the ribbons are evenly coated.

Step 6

Allow the salad to sit for 5 minutes to let the flavors meld. Give it a final toss and transfer to a serving platter or individual plates.

Step 7

Serve immediately as a refreshing appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	745.8 grams (745.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	906

Total Fat 63.40g	81%
Saturated Fat 7.90g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 6788mg	295%
Total Carbohydrate 86.90g	32%
Dietary Fiber 7.60g	27%
Total Sugars 74.70g
Protein 11.50g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 130mg	10%
Iron 5mg	27%
Potassium 1842mg	39%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.2%

Protein: 4.8%

Carbs: 36.1%