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Keto Low-Carb Zucchini and Walnut Salad and Parmesan Chips

Servings 1

Ingredients
  

  • ½ zucchini
  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • salt and pepper
  • ¼ head of Romaine lettuce
  • 1 cup arugula lettuce
  • 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives or scallions
  • 3 tbsp chopped walnuts or pecans

Dressing

  • 1 tsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp mayonnaise
  • ½ tsp lemon juice
  • ¼ garlic clove
  • 1/8 tsp salt
  • Pinch chili powder

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, whisk together all ingredients for the dressing Reserve the dressing to develop flavor while you make the salad.
  • Split the zucchini length wise and scoop out the seeds Cut the zucchini halves crosswise into ½ inch pieces.
  • Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat, until it shimmers Add zucchini to the pan, and season with salt and pepper Sauté until lightly browned but still firm.
  • Trim and cut the salad Place the romaine, arugula and chives in a large bowl Stir in the cooked zucchini.
  • Roast the nuts briefly in the same pan as the zucchini Season with salt and pepper Spoon nuts onto salad, and drizzle with salad dressing.