Zucchini with Lemon-Basil Dressing
- 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
- 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.
- 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.
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Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/zucchini-with-lemon-basil-dressing-105834 (may not work)