Zucchini Noodle Italian Pasta Salad
Zucchini Noodle Italian Pasta Salad is a low carb way to enjoy this classic! Loaded with Italian flavor, fresh veggies and herbs, and also salami and prosciutto.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients:
- 3 large zucchini
- 1/2 cup diced uncured salami
- 4 slices prosciutto torn or cut into smaller pieces
- 1/2 diced green bell pepper
- 2/3 cup diced cherry tomatoes
- 1/2 cup marinated artichoke hearts drained
- 1/3 cup pepperoncinis optional
- 1/4 cup capers or sliced olives whole or sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
Dressing:
- 1/2 cup avocado oil or olive oil
- 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 tsp dijon mustard
- 2 tsp Italian seasoning
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Slice off the ends of the zucchini, and use a spiralizer to create noodles. Using paper towels, squeeze out any excess water from the zucchini noodles. Place in a large bowl.
- Toss in the salad ingredients: salami, prosciutto, bell pepper, tomatoes, artichoke hearts, pepperoncinis, capers, and basil leaves.
- Make your dressing by placing ingredients in a small bowl or glass jar with a lid. Shake until smooth. Pour over the noodles (you may have extra dressing), and toss. Season with additional salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately. Salad does not hold well after 8 hours.
Nutrition
Calories: 422kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 39g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 16mg | Sodium: 1115mg | Potassium: 841mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1062IU | Vitamin C: 76mg | Calcium: 77mg | Iron: 2mg