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Zucchini and Cherry Tomato Salad with Fresh Mint

Here's how you make Zucchini and Cherry Tomato Salad with Fresh Mint
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  • Servings: 4
  • Prep: 20m
  • Cook: 0m
    • The following recipe serves 4 people.

Ingredients

The ingredients are:
  • 1 pint ripe, juicy red cherry tomatoes, rinsed and cut in half
  • 16 fresh mint leaves, shredded
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 1 to 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
  • 4 small zucchini unpeeled and washed (about 1 1/2 pounds)
  • Salt and ground pepper
  • 1 cup fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into small cubes (this is optional)
We recommend you get your ingredients ready before you start cooking. Once you're ready, here are the steps to making this delicious recipe

How to Make

  • Step 1: Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil. Set a large bowl of ice water near the stove.

  • Step 2: Transfer the unpeeled whole zucchini into the boiling water and blanch just until softened and bright green, about 4 minutes. Remove with tongs and transfer them to the ice water and let stand until cool. Drain well.

  • Step 3: Trim the ends from the zucchini and cut the zucchini in half lengthwise, then crosswise into 1/2 inch slices. In a large serving bowl toss the zucchini, tomatoes, mint, mozzarella cheese and enough olive oil to coat them lightly. Season with salt, pepper, and balsamic vinegar to taste and toss again. Serve immediately or chill about 1 hour.

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