Quick Salad of Pickled Pumpkin and Thyme

4 servings

30 minutes

A quick salad of marinated pumpkin and thyme is a light and aromatic dish from Italian cuisine that combines the freshness of vegetables with rich herbal notes. The pumpkin, soaked in lemon juice and olive oil, reveals its natural sweetness complemented by the spiciness of shallots and the earthy aroma of thyme. This salad is an ideal accompaniment to main dishes, especially meat or fish, and can also serve as a standalone snack. Due to its simplicity in preparation and quick marination, it is perfect for those who appreciate healthy and tasty food without spending much time. Historically, Italian cuisine is renowned for its ability to transform simple ingredients into refined gastronomic delights, and this salad is a vivid example.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 552.8
• Proteins: 20g
• Fats: 18.1g
• Carbohydrates: 117.6g

Ingredients

• Lemon juice: 3 tbsp
• Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tbsp
• Coarse salt: to taste
• Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
• Pumpkin Squash: 2 pc
• Shallots: 1 pc
• Thyme leaves: 15 g

Cooking steps

1. Clean the pumpkin, cut it in half lengthwise, then slice it thinly.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pumpkin Squash: 2 pieces

2. In a bowl, mix lemon juice and olive oil. Add salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon juice: 3 tablespoons
   • Extra virgin olive oil: 3 tablespoons
   • Coarse salt:  to taste
   • Freshly ground black pepper:  to taste

3. Add pumpkin, thinly sliced shallot, and thyme. Mix and let sit for 5 minutes. Serve.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pumpkin Squash: 2 pieces
   • Shallots: 1 piece
   • Thyme leaves: 15 g