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Ribbon Zucchini and Carrot Salad with Basil

August 1, 2012 by KimiHarris 5 Comments

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Carrots and zucchini are gently made into thin ribbons with a vegetable peeler and tossed with a simple dressing of tart but sweet balsamic vinegar, rich fruity olive oil and fresh basil. It makes a refreshing, simple salad to make on a busy night.

Like last night. I turn in my manuscript for my new cookbook today. This last week has been a fun time of seeing extended family, staying up late, and eating too many sweets. It will surprise no one to find out that I caught a cold after a week of this (and being exposed to several people who already had it).

Not feeling well, and having several things piled up to do on my proverbial plate, I wanted to make a quick dinner last night. We had been at the beach and around town eating at local restaurants with the family for too many days in a row, and I felt very much like I needed nourishing, simple food again. Within a half hour, I had rice, meat, and two simple salads on the table, this one included. I felt a little better already. I lit some candles on the table, and my husband surprised me with a bottle of Rosé wine. It turned out to be a nice dinner after all.

With my book being turned in today, my thoughts for the next couple of weeks involve lots of simple food, and good family time while enjoying the beautiful frugal things in life. Look for those upcoming themes from me this next month.

Ribbon Carrot and Zucchini Salad with Basil 
1 large/2 medium servings
I can easily see several variations to this theme. Why not add some super thinly sliced sweet or red onions? Or, for more color variation, why not add some yellow summer squash?

2 medium carrots
2 medium/small zucchini
1 small garlic clove, peeled and finely minced or put through a garlic press
2 tablespoons each of balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil
Small handful of basil, torn into little bits
Unrefined Salt and Freshly Ground Pepper

1. Peel carrots and wash along with the zucchini. Place one carrot or zucchini on a cutting board and using a vegetable peeler, peel a ribbon from top to bottom of vegetable. Continue to peel until you reach the middle of the vegetable and then turn over and repeat on the other side. You will be left with a thin piece of vegetable and a pile of vegetable ribbons. Repeat with the rest of the vegetables.
2. Toss gently with the vinegar, oil,garlic and basil and salt and pepper to taste. Serve.

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I love beautiful and simple food that is nourishing to the body and the soul. I wrote Fresh: Nourishing Salads for All Seasons and Ladled: Nourishing Soups for All Seasons as another outlet of sharing this love of mine. I also love sharing practical tips on how to make a real food diet work on a real life budget. Find me online elsewhere by clicking on the icons below!

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  1. Lauren @ Empowered Sustenance

    August 1, 2012 at 1:16 pm

    This is the kind of colorful, simple food I crave during the summer! It is so beautiful. And congratulations on your second book! That must be so exciting!

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  2. vicki

    August 1, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    Wow, looks so good! I work as a chef on a boat and am always looking for easy side dishes that I can make for guests. There are many times where fresh produce is limited, but zucchini and carrots seem to never be a problem. Can’t wait to get your second book!

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  3. Rhonda Roglaski

    August 1, 2012 at 4:20 pm

    Oh yum! With basil & zucchini in my garden and carrots in the fridge, I know what I am making =D

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  4. Elsie @ Back to the Source

    August 2, 2012 at 6:29 am

    This looks beautiful!

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  5. Debbie @ Easy Natural Food

    August 2, 2012 at 8:35 am

    Looks beautiful, I love the simplicity of it

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