Tomato and grilled zucchini salad - bon appetit
8 servings
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient | |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | pounds | Medium-large zucchini, trimmed, halved lengthwise |
| 2 | tablespoons | Plus 1 C olive oil |
| 2 | cups | Fresh basil leaves |
| 3 | Garlic cloves, coarsely chopped | |
| 3 | tablespoons | Balsamic vinegar |
| 1 | tablespoon | Dijon mustard |
| 2½ | pounds | Large tomatoes, sliced |
Directions
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Position grill rack about 6 inches above heat source. Brush zucchini on all sides with 2 T oil.
Grill until tender, turning occasionally, about 8 minutes. Transfer to plate and cool.
Puree basil, garlic, vinegar and mustard in processor. With machine running, add 1 C oil; process until dressing is thick. Season with salt and pepper.
Place tomatoes on platter. Cut zucchini into 1½-inch pieces. Mix zucchini and ¾ C dressing. Spoon onto platter. Drizzle remauung dressing over tomatoes.
Bon Appetit/July/94 Scanned & edited by Di Pahl & <gg>