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Summer Squash Salad with Basil, Parmesan, and Prosciutto

This light and refreshing summer salad is a fun 'get-away' from typical summer salads.
Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time5 mins
Servings: 2 salads
Author: Terri @ that's some good cookin'

Ingredients

  • 1 medium zucchini
  • 2 medium yellow squash
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced fresh basil
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 thin slices prosciutto, 1 ounce, chopped
  • Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add chopped prosciutto and saute until crisp. Set aside.
  • With a vegetable peeler, shave the zucchini and yellow squash into thin strips. Discard seeds if they are large. (Not necessary in younger squash).
  • Place zucchini and yellow squash in a medium bowl and toss with salt.
  • In a small bowl, combine basil, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, and black pepper. Pour over squash and toss to coat well.
  • Saute prosciutto until lightly crisped. Drain on paper towels.
  • Shave the parmesan cheese thinly with vegetable peeler.
  • Serve the salads topped with crisped prosciutto and shaved Parmesan.