Zucchini Carpaccio with Homemade Ricotta Cheese

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
10%
Zucchini Carpaccio with Homemade Ricotta Cheese
45 min.
10
58kcal

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Looking for a refreshing and delightful dish that perfectly showcases the vibrant flavors of summer? Our Zucchini Carpaccio with Homemade Ricotta Cheese is not only a feast for the eyes but also a delicious addition to your dining table. This vegetarian and gluten-free recipe elevates simple ingredients into an extraordinary side dish that your guests will adore.

The star of this dish, thinly sliced zucchini, shines through its delicate, paper-thin rounds. Layered artfully on a platter, these tender zucchini slices are seasoned to perfection with the right balance of coarse kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. The addition of green onions offers a subtle crunch and enhances the dish's overall aesthetic.

To add an exciting zing, a homemade dressing made of fresh lemon juice and extra-virgin olive oil is artfully drizzled over the zucchini, enhancing its natural flavors while bringing a bright, tangy note. Topping it all off are spoonfuls of rich homemade ricotta cheese, creating a creamy contrast to the crispness of the zucchini.

Finished with a sprinkle of fresh basil, this Zucchini Carpaccio is more than just a dish; it’s an expression of freshness and culinary creativity. Whether served at a summer barbecue, a dinner party, or as part of a lavish brunch, this recipe is guaranteed to impress and satisfy everyone at the table. Bon Appétit!

Ingredients

  • 10 servings pepper black freshly ground
  • 10 servings kosher salt 
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  •  spring onion thinly sliced
  • tablespoons juice of lemon fresh
  • tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 10 servings ricotta cheese homemade
  • medium zucchini trimmed

Equipment

  • bowl
  • knife
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Using knife or V-slicer, cut zucchini intopaper-thin rounds. Arrange rounds, slightlyoverlapping, on large platter.
  2. Sprinklelightly with coarse salt and pepper, thengreen onions.
  3. Whisk lemon juice and oil insmall bowl.
  4. Drizzle dressing evenly overzucchini. Drop small spoonfuls of cheese allover zucchini.
  5. Sprinkle with basil and serve.
  6. Bon Appétit

Nutrition Facts

Calories58kcal
Protein8.9%
Fat67.64%
Carbs23.46%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.6
Glycemic Load
0.37
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
5.0413043112697%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.22mg
Hesperetin
0.65mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.92mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:57.63kcal
2.88%
Fat:4.66g
7.18%
Saturated Fat:0.75g
4.68%
Carbohydrates:3.64g
1.21%
Net Carbohydrates:2.55g
0.93%
Sugar:2.62g
2.92%
Cholesterol:0.51mg
0.17%
Sodium:203.02mg
8.83%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:1.38g
2.76%
Vitamin C:19.81mg
24.01%
Vitamin K:13.55µg
12.9%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.79%
Vitamin B6:0.16mg
8.23%
Potassium:270.68mg
7.73%
Folate:26.36µg
6.59%
Vitamin B2:0.1mg
5.71%
Vitamin E:0.75mg
4.98%
Vitamin A:246.29IU
4.93%
Magnesium:18.93mg
4.73%
Fiber:1.09g
4.35%
Phosphorus:40.45mg
4.05%
Vitamin B1:0.05mg
3.12%
Copper:0.06mg
2.89%
Iron:0.45mg
2.52%
Vitamin B3:0.46mg
2.32%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.28%
Vitamin B5:0.21mg
2.12%
Calcium:21.06mg
2.11%
Source:Epicurious