Zucchini with Lemon-Basil Dressing

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Zucchini with Lemon-Basil Dressing

 

1 lb. medium zucchini, about 4

 

2 1/2 tbsps. fresh lemon juice

1 tsp. grated lemon peel

1 tsp. Dijon mustard

1/3 cup olive oil

1/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

1/2 cup paper-thin slices red onion

salt and pepper to taste

whole basil leaves

lemon slices

 

Trim zucchini and cut in half. Cut halves into

1/2-inch sticks. Steam several minutes or until just

crisp-tender. Transfer to a large bowl and allow to

cool completely.

In a small bowl, combine lemon juice, lemon peel and

mustard; gradually whisk in olive oil.Stir in basil

and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand at

room temperature one hour, stirring occasionally.

Add dressing to zucchini and toss gently. Let stand

one hour at room temperature for flavors to develop,

stirring often. Garnish with whole basil leaves and

lemon slices. Serves 4.

 

 

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