This Zucchini Crudo is a light and refreshing Italian-inspired recipe. A crudo is a classic Italian dish of raw fish marinated in olive oil, salt, and citrus juice. Here, raw zucchini is used as a unique substitution, making this dish suitable for vegetarians. This simple dish – just zucchini, basil, lemon, fresh mozzarella and a sprinkle of pine nuts if you are feeling luxurious – proves that eating well doesn’t have to be expensive.
A few tips: Small, garden-fresh zucchini are essential in this recipe. As for the cheese, you can either buy the fresh mozzarella ball packaged in water to keep it fresh and soft or opt for the burrata. Make sure to bring the mozzarella to room temperature and pat it dry with paper towels before using. A sprinkle of toasted pine nuts on top of the zucchini is optional, though very delicious.
To make the Zucchini Crudo, you will need the following ingredients:
In a salad spinner, add 2 thinly sliced zucchini and 1 teaspoon kosher salt and toss together. Let sit for 10 minutes, then drain well.
Arrange the zucchini slices on a large serving platter. Sprinkle with 2 teaspoons lemon zest and 2 tablespoons lemon juice. Season with flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Tear the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces. Scatter the basil leaves and mozzarella pieces on top. Drizzle 1 tablespoon olive oil over the salad.
Garnish with toasted pine nuts, if you wish, and serve.
Borrowing from the fresh flavors of Italian fish crudo, this Zucchini Crudo is a low-effort, high-reward accompaniment to all kinds of dishes. Give this recipe a go soon, and please come back to leave a comment below!
Wow! This Zucchini Crudo is totally lit! Made it for a picnic last week, and everyone was blown away! 🥒💚 So fresh and zesty, perfect for summer vibes. Can't wait to make it again!
Wow, this dish is simply fresh! I made it for my friends last weekend, and they loved it - it felt like summer on a plate! The zucchini’s crunch with mozzarella is just amazing. Can't wait to make it again!
Yo, this Zucchini Crudo blew my mind! Made it for a cozy dinner with the wifey and she loved it. Super tasty, fresh ingredients. Pro tip: go for that fresh mozzarella, it takes it up a notch! Perfect summer dish, for sure. 🥒🍋
Super tasty dish. Made this Zucchini Crudo for a family dinner, and everyone loved it. The flavors are fresh and so simple. A must-try for anyone who loves light meals.
Delicious! Made it for my summer party, everyone loved the freshness. The zucchini was garden-fresh, and the mozzarella paired perfectly. Will definitely make again!
Superb recipe! Made it for a family dinner, everyone loved it.
I made this Zucchini Crudo for a picnic and it was a hit. The ingredients are so fresh and it was super easy to prepare. I used basil from my herb garden, and it felt so good to serve something light and healthy. Definitely a new favorite of mine.
Une recette genial. J'ai preparé ce plat avec mes enfants pendant un dimanche pluvieux, et nous avons adoré chaque bouchée. La fraîcheur des ingrédients a apporté du soleil à notre table.
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