ZUCCHINI-AND-SQUASH SALAD

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Buttery toasted pine nuts, salty Pecorino Romano, and fragrant basil add intrigue to this simple summer side dish.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 55m

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 zucchini (1 pound total), cut into thin slices
2 small yellow squashes (1 pound total), cut into thin slices
Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/4 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 ounce Pecorino Romano, coarsely grated (1/4 cup)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn if large

Steps:

  • Generously sprinkle zucchini and squash slices with salt; let stand in a colander 30 minutes. Rinse and pat dry, then transfer to a large bowl. Whisk together oil, lemon juice, Dijon, and honey. Drizzle mixture over slices. Add pine nuts, cheese, and basil; toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper. Serve immediately, or let stand at room temperature up to 2 hours.

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