Light but SO Flavorful Zucchini Salad Light, fresh, and full of bold chili garlic flavor 🌶️🥒This zucchini ribbon salad is crunchy, refreshing, and comes together in minutes. Perfect with grilled meat, dumplings, or as a healthy side you’ll keep making again and again. Ingredients • 4 medium zucchinis (use only the firm outer part) • 1/2 tsp salt (for draining) Dressing • 1 tbsp soy sauce • 1 tbsp rice vinegar • 1 tsp sesame oil • 1 tsp honey or sugar • 1 tsp chili flakes (adjust to taste) • 1 garlic clove, minced • 1 tsp fresh grated ginger • 2–3 tbsp hot avocado oil • 2 tbsp sesame seeds • 3 green onions, sliced • fresh cilantro ⸻ Instructions 1. Slice zucchini Use a vegetable peeler to make thin long ribbons. Use only the firm outer part, avoid the soft seeded center. 2. Salt & rest Place zucchini in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, mix gently, and let sit for 10 minutes to release water. 3. Remove moisture Squeeze out all excess liquid well (this step is very important). 4. Prepare hot oil base In a heat-safe bowl, add: garlic + ginger +sesame seeds+ chili flakes. Pour hot avocado oil over it to release aroma. 5. Finish dressing Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Mix well. 6. Combine Add green onions, cilantro and honey to zucchini. Pour dressing over and toss gently. 7. Rest & serve Let sit for 10–15 minutes for best flavor. Serve cold or at room temperature. ⸻ 🔥 Tip (important for best result) Always squeeze zucchini well after salting — this keeps the salad flavorful, not watery. #zucchinisalad #EasyRecipes #healthyfood #foodreels #quickrecipes - @bayanbites7