Summer Cucuzza Salad
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Ready In: 15 mins
Serves: 8
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cucuzza or 2 lbs zucchini, cut into approx 1 1/2 inch cubes
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
- 1⁄4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1⁄8 cup red wine vinegar
- 2 -3 garlic cloves, sliced
- 3 -4 tablespoons of fresh mint, coarsely chopped
Directions
- Steam the cucuza or zucchini over boiling water until soft but not mushy. This will depend on the denseness of the veggie, so keep your eye on it after about 3 minutes, keep checking.
- Transfer to a bowl and while still warm add the rest of the ingredients and toss.
- Allow to come to room temperature carefully tossing ingredients occasionally to evenly distribute the flavors.
- Serve at room temperature or slightly cool. (if made ahead and refrigerated, allow to rest out side of the refrigerator a few minutes before serving).
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