Zucchini salad with sweet pepper, cheese and sage
4 servings
40 minutes
This salad is an exquisite combination of freshness and rich flavor characteristic of Italian cuisine. Zucchini sautéed with garlic and olive oil gains softness and a rich aroma. Crispy sage leaves add a hint of spice, while hard cheese softens the sharpness of red pepper, creating a harmonious balance of flavors. The origins of this dish can be found in traditional Tuscan cuisine, where fresh vegetables and aromatic herbs play a key role. This salad is perfect as a light standalone dish or as an accompaniment to meat and fish main courses. Its simplicity in preparation makes it a great option for a quick dinner, while its rich taste offers true culinary delight.
1
Cut the zucchini into strips, salt them, and fry with olive oil and garlic over high heat.
- Zucchini: 300 g
- Olive oil: 6 tablespoons
- Garlic: 1 clove
- Salt: to taste
2
Fry the sage leaves in the oil left from the zucchini.
- Sage: to taste
3
Cut the hard cheese into thin slices.
- Cheese: 50 g
4
Chop the hot pepper finely.
- Red chilli pepper: 1 piece
5
Combine zucchini with cheese, pepper, and sage leaves. Dress the salad with olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
- Zucchini: 300 g
- Cheese: 50 g
- Red chilli pepper: 1 piece
- Sage: to taste
- Olive oil: 6 tablespoons
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste