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Shaved Zucchini and Carrots with Toasted Almonds and Goat Cheese

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Course: Appetizers, Dinner, Lunch, Recipes, Salads, Sides, Spring, Summer, Vegetarian
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Serena Wolf

Ingredients

  • Ingredients:
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • 1 large carrot peeled and shaved
  • 2 small zucchini shaved
  • tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 sprigs mint leaves only, duh, finely chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • Fresh ground pepper
  • 2 ounces goat cheese crumbled

Instructions

  • Start by toasting your almonds. Heat a large pan or skillet over high heat. (There is no oil involved here, people.) Add the sliced almonds to the pan and toast, stirring regularly, until the almonds are nicely brown and fragrant. This should take about 3-4 minutes. Remove your almonds from the pan and set aside until ready to use.
  • Shave your zucchini and carrot using a vegetable peeler.
  • Place the shaved zucchini and carrots in a large bowl and add the toasted almonds, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, mint, salt, and fresh ground pepper. Gently toss the ingredients together. (I suggest using tongs if you have them. They make everything easier.)
  • Sprinkle with crumbled goat cheese before serving.