ZUCCHINI WITH ROASTED ALMONDS AND ZUCCHINI BREAD CROUTONS

ZUCCHINI WITH ROASTED ALMONDS AND ZUCCHINI BREAD CROUTONS image

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound(s) small zucchini (about 4), trimmed
2 teaspoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
1/4 teaspoon(s) freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoon(s) white balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon(s) almond oil
2 teaspoon(s) lemon juice
2 teaspoon(s) minced shallots
1 cup(s) packed mixed whole herbs , such as parsley and chervil and dill and mint
3/4 cup(s) roasted whole blanched almonds
2 cup(s) zucchini bread croutons

Steps:

1. Slice zucchini in half lengthwise; place cut side down and slice into 1/4-inch half-rounds. 2. Heat olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium-high heat; add zucchini and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender but still crisp, 2 minutes. Transfer to large bowl and season with salt and pepper. Set aside to cool slightly, about 5 minutes. 3. Add vinegar, almond oil, lemon juice, and shallots; set aside 5 minutes. To serve, gently toss in herbs, almonds, and croutons.