Zesty Italian Zucchini Carpaccio with Lemon and Mint

Name: Zesty Italian Zucchini Carpaccio with Lemon and Mint
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchini; 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice; 3 tablespoons high-quality olive oil; 1 teaspoon honey; Salt and pepper; 1/4 cup toasted pine nuts; 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese; Handful of fresh mint leaves

A Refreshing and Light Italian Appetizer

This Zucchini Carpaccio is a delightful and refreshing Italian dish, perfect for starting your meal on a light note. The zestiness of lemon combined with the freshness of mint gives it a unique flavor profile that is sure to impress.

20 min
4
Easy

Ingredients

For the Zucchini Carpaccio

2 medium zucchini

thinly sliced

1 lemon

zested and juiced

2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil

Salt

to taste

Freshly ground black pepper

to taste

For the Dressing

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

3 tablespoons high-quality olive oil

1 teaspoon honey

Salt and pepper

to taste

For the Garnish

1/4 cup toasted pine nuts

1/4 cup Parmesan cheese

shaved

Handful of fresh mint leaves

torn

Preparation

Preparing the Zucchini

Wash Zucchini

Wash the zucchini thoroughly and dry them.

Slice Zucchini

Using a mandoline or a sharp knife, slice the zucchini as thinly as possible.

Use the thinnest setting on your mandoline for perfectly sliced zucchini.

Arrange Slices

Arrange the zucchini slices evenly on a large platter in a single layer.

Make sure zucchini slices are dry before dressing to prevent them from becoming soggy.

Making the Dressing

Combine Ingredients

In a small bowl, combine the lemon juice, olive oil, and honey.

Season

Season with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

Emulsify

Whisk together until the dressing is emulsified.

Cooking Process

Dressing the Zucchini

Lightly drizzle the prepared dressing over the zucchini.

Adding Zest

Sprinkle lemon zest evenly over the zucchini slices.

Garnishing

Scatter pine nuts, Parmesan shavings, and mint leaves on top.

Toast the pine nuts for enhanced flavor and crunch.

Plating & Serving