Zucchini Kale Recipe

Zucchini and Kale Salad: A summer vegan dish made with zucchini noodles, yellow peppers, scallions, walnuts and kale. Filling and low in calorie.

📝 Ingredients

• 4 medium-size zucchini (washed and peeled like fettuccini noodles)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 bunch (4-5 leaves kale, washed)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion (chopped)
• 1 small yellow pepper (seeded and chopped)
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• 3 scallions (chopped (both white and green parts))
• Handful of walnuts
• 2 tablespoon hemp seeds (optional)
• 2 tablespoons vegan mayo
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
• Pinch of black pepper

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. 1Place the zucchini ribbons into a colander, add salt and let it drain for 15 minutes.
2. 2In a large pot put some water and, using a steam basket, steam the kale for 5 minutes. Take it out and let it cool. Once cooled, chop it into small pieces.
3. 3Heat olive oil in a large pan. Add onions and cook until they are fragrant, 4 to 5 minutes. Add the yellow pepper and garlic. Stirring frequently, cook for 3-4 minutes or until slightly wilted.
4. 4Add the zucchinis, mix and cook for 5-6 minutes. As they cook, they will soften and will start looking like noodles. Place them in a mixing bowl.
5. 5Add the chopped kale, scallions, and walnuts in the mixing bowl.
6. 6To make the dressing: Mix vegenaise and red wine vinegar in a small bowl. Season it with salt and freshly grounded black pepper.
7. 7Drizzle the zucchini and kale mixture with the dressing. Give it a gentle mix.
8. 8If using, when ready to serve sprinkle it with a tablespoon of hemp seeds.
9. 9Serve immediately.