Recipe information
Yield
6 to 8 Servings
Ingredients
2
tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1
teaspoon grated lemon peel
1
teaspoon Dijon mustard
5
tablespoons olive oil
1
/2 cup thinly sliced fresh basil
1
/2 cup paper-thin slices red onion
1
1/2 pounds medium zucchini, trimmed, quartered lengthwise, then cut crosswise in half
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Preparation
Step 1
Combine lemon juice, lemon peel and mustard in bowl; gradually whisk in oil. Stir in basil and onion. Season with salt and pepper. Let stand at least 1 hour and up to 6 hours, stirring occasionally.
Step 2
Steam zucchini until just crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer to large bowl; cool completely. Add dressing and toss to coat. Let stand 1 hour for flavors to develop, stirring often.