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Lemon + Parmesan Marinated Summer Squash Salad

Servings: 6 -8

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs tender young summer squash chopped into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 large red onion thinly sliced into half moons
  • 1 bunch fresh basil leaves
  • 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro leaves
  • 2 Tbsps extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 large fresh lemon juice and zest
  • sea salt and ground black pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup freshly shaved parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Slice your summer squash into bite sized pieces and place in a large bowl.
  • Add in your thinly sliced onion and all of the fresh herbs.
  • Drizzle with oil and freshly squeezed lemon juice and zest.
  • Season lightly to your taste with sea salt & pepper then toss well to combine.
  • Refrigerate your salad for 1 hour prior to serving to allow the squash to marinate in all the flavors.
  • Before serving, give it another toss then top with freshly grated parmesan.
  • Enjoy!