Gluten-free Shaved Zucchini Pasta Salad

05.22.13
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I don’t often share “negative” comments on my blog posts because I don’t like to remind myself that they exist. However, guys, I had one comment a few months ago that is just too funny not to share. “You dont put avocados on brunswick stew you californian fu**.” This was posted in response to my chicken brunswick stew recipe.

I literally laughed out loud when I read that. For one, I’m not from California? I’m a Midwestern girl, through and through. And two, I live in Virginia? So I’m quite familiar with Brunswick stew. And three, it’s just a garnish, I never thought a simple garnish could cause such a ruckus? I’ve never seen such an adverse reaction to an avocado! Moving on from that, I am bursting at the seams to share today’s gluten-free shaved zucchini pasta salad recipe. And Mike, don’t worry, there are NO avocados anywhere in sight.

Shaved zucchini pasta salad

I’m utterly, completely, head over heels IN SWEET AMORE with this recipe. If I could pick up the phone and call each and every one of you right now to gush about this gluten-free shaved zucchini pasta salad, I would. I would dance with it, kiss it on the face, marry it in front of all to see! I’d take it on a romantic beach vacation, buy it a Ferrari, take it shopping on Rodeo Drive. If I could, I’d attach this salad to my side so it would NEVER EVER LEAVE ME.

Shaved Zucchini Pasta Salad - The Realistic Nutritionist

Guys, it’s that freakin’ good. Not only that, it only has 5 grams of carbohydrates per serving and absolutely NO gluten! It’s the perfect Memorial Day side dish because it’s great for anyone, even those who are vegetarians, vegans and on a gluten-free diet!

Zucchini pasta salad

In addition to traveling and packing, I’ve been knee deep in cookbook planning. This means I’m jotting down every demented, hair brain, CRAZY recipe I can think of in hopes it’ll turn out delicious (and under 300 calories) when I make it. As soon as this salad passed my lips, I knew it was going in the book. Of course, it’ll be slightly different, but this will be in there. I need everyone in  the world to make this and then never make anything again.

Guys, IT’S REALLY THAT GOOD.  Be sure to check out the AMAZING recipe here on Fabulous Foods!

Nutritional information per serving (about 1/2 cup):

Calories: 151.3
Fat: 13 grams
Carbohydrates:  5.8 grams
Fiber: >1 gram
Protein: 2.5 grams
Weight Watchers Points: 4

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  1. Posted by Meagan @ A Zesty Bite on
    Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013
    Well I'm glad you were able to laugh that one off. These salad looks fab.
    Reply
  2. Posted by ashley - baker by nature on
    Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013
    I hate mean comments! Especially when they're to you! So, BOO! Although I think I would have laughed at that one, too.

    Love this salad! So fresh and clean and perfect for Summer!
    Reply
  3. Posted by GiGi Eats Celebrities on
    Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013
    Your pictures are stunning. I cannot wait until I go on vacation and just relax, cook delicious food and spend time outdoors! :)

    Very excited for your cook book!
    Reply
  4. Posted by amy @ fearless homemaker on
    Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013
    That has to be one of the BEST negative comments I've ever seen - it's impossible not to laugh at that one. =) Unrelated: that salad looks SO good - I could go for some right now!
    Reply
  5. Posted by Georgia @ The Comfort of Cooking on
    Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013
    Love this low-carb salad, Claire! It looks so darn delicious! Totally excited for your cookbook too. :) That mean comment is pretty darn funny, too... Sounds like someone has a vendetta against avocados! Boooo...
    Reply
  6. Posted by Megan {Country Cleaver} on
    Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013
    I would have put avocado on top of this just to spite that angerball!! But I'm just vindictive like that. :) This does however, look totally amazing as is.
    Reply
  7. Posted by Laura (Tutti Dolci) on
    Wednesday, May 22nd, 2013
    You are hilarious! Love how guilt-free this salad is :).
    Reply
  8. Posted by Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. on
    Thursday, May 23rd, 2013
    Some negative comments are really just too funny to be mad about! This salad looks scrumptious!
    Reply
  9. Posted by Elaine @ Cooking to Perfection on
    Thursday, May 23rd, 2013
    Can't wait to see what other recipes you come up with for your cookbook! This looks absolutely delicious. I will take your word for it and make it pronto! (And I hope Mike learns some manners and geography before he decides to post another comment.)
    Reply
  10. Posted by Carolyn on
    Friday, May 24th, 2013
    I love zucchini as pasta...this is such a deliciously light recipe!
    Reply
  11. Posted by Chocolate Ice Cream on
    Friday, December 18th, 2015
    It's nearly imossible to find well-informed peoplle aboyt
    this subject, however, you sound like you know whnat you're talking about!
    Thanks
    Reply
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