ZUCCHINI WITH FRESH TOMATOES AND MOZZARELLA

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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 pounds zucchini
1 1/2 pounds tomatoes
1 pound mozzarella
Olive oil
Balsamic vinegar
Salt and pepper
Basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Heat a charcoal or gas grill; the fire should be medium-low and the rack about 4 inches from the heat.
  • Cut 1 1/2 pounds zucchini into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
  • Rub zucchini with olive oil, salt and pepper; grill, turning once, until nicely browned and tender, 6 to 8 minutes.
  • As zucchini cooks, slice 1 1/2 pounds tomatoes and 1 pound mozzarella into 1/4 inch rounds.
  • Toss (or layer) with the zucchini, and drizzle with balsamic vinegar and olive oil; season with salt and pepper.
  • Garnish with basil.

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