Marinated Zucchini with Chili and Herbs

I could never have guessed that this would turn out so delicious!

Zucchini has not much of flavor, but last week I did something I have never done before and the zucchini got so much flavor and have become a new favorite - I marinated it! I have marinated it in a delicious sweet-sour-kind-of-hot-marinade with garlic, chili, fresh herbs and so much more else! The recipe is simple and you can have it stored in the fridge up to 7 days.

I’m honestly so surprised this turned out and was so delicious. You’ll see more of this!

Don’t be too quick…

… and please let the zucchini marinade in the refrigerator overnight. That is when the zucchini has soaked thoroughly, have absorbed the marinade and has become all delicious. Then you’re ready to serve it!

How do you serve this zucchini?

You can serve this zucchini in many different kinds of ways. I personally love to have it in salads, over South / East Asian inspired foods and on toasts. I will give you a zucchini-toast recipe soon, but until then, don’t miss out on the chance of eating this surprisingly delicious recipe!

Marinated Zucchini

INGREDIENTS:

1 zucchini

Salt

75 ml olive oil

4 tbsp apple cider vinegar

2 tsp agave syrup or maple syrup

2 big garlic cloves, pressed

1 tsp salt

0.3 tsp chili flakes

0.5 tsp black pepper

2 tsp finely chopped fresh basil

2 tsp finely chopped fresh parsley

1 tsp finely chopped fresh cilantro

HOW TO MAKE:

• Use a mandolin or Scandinavian cheese slicer, and slice the zucchini really thin. Place them zucchini on a big plate or tray and toss over some salt. Let stand for 30 minutes.

• Meanwhile, prepare the marinade by mixing the olive il with the rest of the ingredients.

• Use kitchen bowls and drain the zucchini, gently pressing the zucchinis between your hands to remove any excess liquid.

• Place the zucchini in a big bowl or straight away in an air-tight container ('I’m using a glas jar) and pour over the marinade.

• Refrigerate overnight before serving.

• Marinated zucchini will keep in an air tight container in a fridge for up to 7 days.

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