Zucchini Melon Salad

Gluten Free
Health score
19%
Zucchini Melon Salad
25 min.
4
495kcal

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Looking to add a refreshing twist to your lunch or dinner table? The Zucchini Melon Salad is not only gluten-free but also a delightful blend of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your guests. This stunning salad brings together the savory notes of smoked chicken breast, the sweetness of honeydew melon, and the crispness of zucchini, all harmonized with the fresh zing of lime and the richness of Parmigiano-Reggiano.

Preparation takes just 25 minutes, making this dish perfect for a quick lunch or a sophisticated side dish for any meal. It’s a versatile recipe that can stand alone as a light main course or serve as a striking complement to grilled meats. The vibrant colors and textures showcase a culinary balance that’s as pleasing to the eyes as it is to the palate.

Fresh mint leaves add a fragrant herbal note, while the drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil enhances the overall flavor profile. With a caloric breakdown emphasizing protein and healthy fats, this Zucchini Melon Salad is also a nutritious option for those mindful of their diet. Gather your fresh ingredients, and get ready to savor a combination of tastes that will leave you feeling satisfied and refreshed. Serve this salad immediately and watch as it disappears from the table!

Ingredients

  • lb chicken breast smoked whole with a knife thinly sliced
  • 0.3 cup mint leaves fresh packed thin
  • inch wedges honeydew melon seeded
  • 0.3 cup juice of lime fresh
  • 0.3 cup olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • 0.5 lb parmesan 
  • teaspoon salt 
  • medium zucchini ()

Equipment

  • bowl
  • paper towels
  • colander
  • peeler

Directions

  1. Cut zucchini crosswise diagonally into 1/8-inch-thick slices using slicer and transfer to a colander set over a bowl.
  2. Sprinkle with salt, tossing to coat, and let stand 5 minutes, then rinse under cold water. Arrange in 1 layer on paper towels and pat dry.
  3. Cut melon wedges lengthwise into 1/8-inch-thick slices using slicer.
  4. Divide melon, zucchini, and chicken among 4 plates. Shave about one fourth of cheese into curls with a vegetable peeler and divide curls and mint among the 4 plates.
  5. Drizzle each plate with oil and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  6. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Calories495kcal
Protein37.06%
Fat57.34%
Carbs5.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.5
Glycemic Load
0.8
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
24.82695672823%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
1.2mg
Hesperetin
1.64mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Apigenin
0.16mg
Luteolin
0.37mg
Quercetin
0.72mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:494.66kcal
24.73%
Fat:31.44g
48.37%
Saturated Fat:11.9g
74.39%
Carbohydrates:6.91g
2.3%
Net Carbohydrates:5.62g
2.04%
Sugar:3.47g
3.85%
Cholesterol:111.13mg
37.04%
Sodium:1631.2mg
70.92%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:45.72g
91.44%
Selenium:49.28µg
70.41%
Calcium:702.34mg
70.23%
Phosphorus:673.46mg
67.35%
Vitamin B3:12.51mg
62.54%
Vitamin B6:1.07mg
53.67%
Vitamin C:25.02mg
30.33%
Vitamin B2:0.4mg
23.76%
Potassium:770.16mg
22%
Vitamin B5:2.11mg
21.07%
Magnesium:75.93mg
18.98%
Zinc:2.58mg
17.19%
Vitamin E:2.44mg
16.24%
Vitamin A:801.78IU
16.04%
Vitamin B12:0.91µg
15.12%
Vitamin K:13.73µg
13.08%
Manganese:0.24mg
12.01%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
9.75%
Folate:37.47µg
9.37%
Iron:1.49mg
8.28%
Copper:0.12mg
5.77%
Fiber:1.3g
5.18%
Vitamin D:0.4µg
2.65%
Source:Epicurious