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Stav Kogan

Italian Raw Vegetable Salad (Pinzimonio)

Welcome the vibrant flavors of summer with this stunning Italian-inspired raw vegetable salad! Known as pinzimonio, this dish celebrates vegetables in their purest state. Crisp asparagus, tender summer squash, and sweet carrots are transformed into delicate ribbons, tossed in a z
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 5 serving
Calories: 65
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • ½ bunch baby asparagus, about ½ lb / 225 g (7.9 oz), stalk ends trimmed
  • 2 baby yellow or crookneck squash, about ½ lb / 225 g (7.9 oz) each, ends trimmed
  • 1 large carrot, peeled and trimmed
  • 1 tsp (5 ml) lemon zest
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 2 tsp (10 ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • Pinch each sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 Tbsp (30 ml) unsalted shelled sunflower seeds
  • Pro-Tips for the Perfect Raw Salad
  • For the best ribbons, use a Y-shaped vegetable peeler. It provides better control and creates wider, more uniform strips than a standard peeler.
  • Feel free to swap or add other crisp vegetables. Thinly sliced fennel, radishes, or even zucchini would be delicious additions.
  • Elevate the salad by adding a handful of fresh, chopped herbs like mint, parsley, or basil. For a savory, cheesy note, finish with a sprinkle of vegan Parmesan.
  • To prep ahead, keep the prepared vegetables and the vinaigrette in separate airtight containers in the refrigerator. Toss them together just before serving to maintain maximum crunch.

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: Cut the asparagus into ½-inch pieces on the diagonal.
  2. Using a vegetable peeler, shave the squash and carrot lengthwise into beautiful, thin ribbons.
  3. Place all the prepared vegetables into a large salad bowl.
  4. Whisk the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon zest, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
  5. Toss and Serve: Pour the lemon vinaigrette over the vegetables. Gently toss to ensure everything is lightly coated.
  6. Sprinkle with the sunflower seeds just before serving for the perfect crunch.

Nutrition

Calories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 34g

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