ZUCCHINI WITH BASIL OIL AND MINT

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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     salads and dressings, side dish

Time 10m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 small zucchini, trimmed and cut across into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 teaspoons basil oil (recipe above)
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint leaves
1 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Bring a medium pot of lightly salted water to the boil. Add the zucchini and blanch for 45 seconds. Drain and immediately place under cold running water until cool. Drain again and pat dry. Place zucchini in a bowl and toss with the basil oil, lime juice, mint, salt and pepper. Taste and adjust seasoning if desired. Can be served cold or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 42, UnsaturatedFat 2 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 3 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 2 grams, SaturatedFat 0 grams, Sodium 287 milligrams, Sugar 3 grams, TransFat 0 grams

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