Asparagus and Zucchini Crudi

Recipe courtesy Giada De Laurentiis

Show: Everyday ItalianEpisode: The Perfect Pre-concert Dinner

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Prep Time:
10 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
4 to 6 servings

Times:

Prep: 10 min
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Total:: 10 min

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Ingredients

2 zucchini, trimmed
1 bunch asparagus, trimmed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 ounce shaved Pecorino Romano, for garnish

Directions

Using a vegetable peeler, shave the zucchini into long thin strips. Thinly slice the asparagus on a diagonal. Toss the slices together and place the salad in a serving bowl.

In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine and drizzle over the vegetables. Toss to coat. Garnish with the pecorino shavings. Serve.

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Linda Rock Hall, MD 02-03-2010
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Easy and delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This was just lovely. I couldn't believe I liked it as much as I did. It was easy and I served it for company and they loved... it and of course, wanted the recipe. I just didn't know I would enjoy raw asparagus and zucchini as well as I did. Five stars for me!Read more
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Jane Encinitas, CA 01-29-2010
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Very Yummy and Easy
Rated: 4 stars out of 5

I will try blanching the asparagus next time for the added color. The zucchini was very easy to slice with my peeler, so I... think you just need to be sure it is not too old. It make beautiful ribbons. The taste and presentation of this salad is a nice variation from the old standard. Definitely a win. I only gave it 4 stars because it is very good, but also pretty basic in ingredients and taste.Read more
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Shera Centennial, CO 01-23-2010
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Perfect!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Only change included blanching asparagus for a minute. This is such a great sub for regular salad. Very good!
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Marilyn Saipan, GU 11-19-2009
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A keeper!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Perfect for fancy or everyday dinners!
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April rochester, NY 09-04-2009
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Exactly What I Expected
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This was a simple, delicious twist on the boring green salad rut that Ive been stuck in. I found it hard to make the zucchini... ribbons as nice as Giada's but my peeler is a little old, maybe that's why. The dressing was simple and a perfect compliment to the vegetables. My husband wouldn't eat it as he was convinced something awful would happen if you ate raw asparagus, (more for me!) here I am, the morning after and I'm just fine! I would definitely recommend this recipeRead more
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Harriet Winston Salem, NC 08-21-2009
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Really Fresh and Delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Giada has a winner with this one! I had thin, thin asparagus, pale green zucchini from the Farmers' Market, and used shaved... Parmesan. The lemon and olive oil dressing was perfect. My husband doesn't care for lemon, but he really liked this combo! Me, too! (although I do love lemon.) I did add the zest of about half a lemon. This delightful combo will definitely be appearing often on our table! Can't wait to share it with my gourmet son and daughter-in-law, too! Read more