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Zucchini with Lemon-Basil Dressing

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

  1. 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.