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Home » Marinated Summer Squash Salad

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Marinated Summer Squash Salad

Created On: September 1, 2011  |  Updated: October 12, 2013  |   14 Comments

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First of all, I wanted to start off by saying thank you to everyone for your support on my last post.  My posting has obviously slowed down a lot more than I thought it would, but again, I don’t plan to be gone for too long – although I’m sure it will still be a while yet.  Just one of a few “extras” on my plate lately, I can finally post about today though!

Today marks the start of my new column called The Locavore’s Cookbook, in our local paper!  Once a month I’ll be writing about one kind of local produce and what can be done with it among other interesting facts or tips and tricks to get your kids(or picky husbands) to like it.  I’ve been so excited to get started and now I’m so excited to pick something new to write about each month, especially with all the fall produce coming soon.  I have so many things I’d love to write about and so many recipes to share.  There really is so much variety just in our small town and I can’t wait to share recipes and ideas on how to use it all up.  On that note…

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Let’s get on with the recipe, shall we?  I’ll admit, I’m a little excited about this one.  If fact, I’m really proud of it.  I was very excited to try a way to eat summer squash that wasn’t super mushy, which is my biggest complaint about summer squash, and usually why I only put it in my baking.  When I first made this, I made a small batch just in case it wasn’t good at all.  I was super surprised to find that both kids and my husband loved it.  In fact my hubby has asked for it again, and again!  I’m pretty sure I remember him saying he hates zucchini and I don’t ever remember him eating it willingly but he really loved this salad.  I call that success!

I’m also excited because you can adapt this however you like.  Don’t like dill?  Use oregano, or basil, or thyme, or your favorite combination of fresh herbs.  Omit the cheese to make it vegan, or to just make it lighter.  You could even make it spicy with a fresh hot pepper, or even some dried red pepper flakes.  Instead of lemon, use your favorite vinegar, I’m sure a high quality apple cider vinegar or even balsamic vinegar would taste delicious.  Really, you can do anything with this idea.

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Marinated Summer Squash Salad

  • 1 lb summer squash, julienned
  • 1/4 C extra virgin olive oil
  • Zest of one lemon
  • Juice of one large lemon
  • a large pinch of salt, more to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or pressed using a garlic press
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill or other fresh herbs
  • 1/4 C crumbled feta cheese(optional)

Julienne your summer squash by slicing the entire squash into 1/4″ slices.  Divide the slices in half and turn each half on the flat side and then slice again into 1/4″ slices until it is all chopped into matchsticks.  Chop the matchsticks in half to shorten them if needed.  Spread the squash out over a towel or a couple paper towels and sprinkle with a large pinch of salt, or about 1/4-1/2 tsp salt.  Let sit for 5-10 minutes.

In a small seperate bowl combine the olive oil, lemon zest and juice and garlic.  Once the squash has released some of it’s juice, place another towel over top and press more of the liquid out.  Then transfer the squash to a bowl.  Pour the dressing over top and mix well.  Cover and place in the fridge for 1-2 hours, stirring a couple times in the middle if possible. When about to serve, taste and add salt as needed and chop the dill and sprinkle over top.  Serve cold sprinkled with feta cheese if desired.

Unfortunately the salad will become watery if left overnight, feel free to reduce the amount of squash and dressing used to only make enough for one meal. Or keep the cut up squash and dressing seperate in your fridge overnight and press the liquid from your squash before combining it with the already mixed dressing an hour or two before serving.

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  1. kitchenriffs says

    Looks delish. I’m always on the lookout for new ways to use summer squash. Really like the idea that you can season it however you like – I’m always messing around with my seasonings! Thanks.

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  2. Alexia @ NamasteYoga says

    congrats on the column from me too ! the salad looks great- i always add lots of herbs to mine but havent had dill in a while.

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  3. Sonia The Healthy Foodie says

    WOW! That’s awesome news Heidi! Huge congrats on the column. Wish I received your local paper here so that I could read it!

    And that salad looks amazing. A definite must try. 🙂

    Happy to read you again, btw. I was super excited when I got a new post by you in my inbox. 😀 I was afraid you’d just given up… glad to see it wasn’t the case at all!

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  4. Bridget from Refined Vintage says

    This looks so delicious, I like the ingredient list, and options to change it up, that’s how I cook most of the time, no recipe. But I have to say I am liking quite a few of your recipes. I have found you through Pinterest and I am adding this one to my Pin board to save.

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  5. Rawkinmom says

    congrats!!! That is exciting and great exposure!!! I also love this recipe…I never know what to do with squash but this looks really simple and delicious!

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  6. Amy-Nutrition by Nature says

    Looks light and delicious, love all the ingredients in it. Congratulations on your column, that is fantastic!

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  7. Amy @ Gastronome Tart says

    Congrats on the column! That is so great! I can see why, this salad looks amazing!

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  8. The Teenage Taste says

    This salad looks delicious. I love the addition of crumbled feta! Mmmmm…

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  9. Clarkie @ Beloved Green says

    I am with you on the summer squash becoming mushy being a bad thing. I always wait until the very end to add it to dishes so that it stays a little crisper. I like what you created here!

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  10. Pure2raw twins says

    Congrats on the column that is great!!! and love this simple summer salad!!

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  11. sally says

    Congrats on the newspaper column! That is so exciting!

    This salad looks like an excellent way to use up squash and zucchini from bountiful garden plants.

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  12. Angie@Angiesrecipes says

    I am a huge salad fan! This looks so delicious and healthy!

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  13. Kathryn says

    Congratulations on the newspaper column! What fantastic news!

    This recipe looks awesome, I love the combination of veg and feta. Delicious.

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  14. athena says

    Congrats on the monthly column — how exciting!! And I understand the need to slow it down. I’ve had to as well and I’ve been doing this only a couple of months. Good luck and look forward to your next post 🙂

    p.s. I’m not a salad fan but love zucchini. I could eat this dish! lol

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