Marinated Zucchini Salad

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Marinated Zucchini Salad

 

2 medium zucchini

1/2 tsp salt

5 tbsps. white vinegar

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 tsp. oregano

1/2 cup olive oil

1 cup garbanzo beans, drained

3 green onions, sliced

1/2 cup sliced ripe olives

1 ripe avocado, cut into 1/2 " cubes

2 chipotles in adobo, chopped

3 tbsps. grated Romano cheese or 1/2 cup freshly

grated Parmesan cheese

1 head lettuce, cored, separated into leaves

 

Cut zucchini in half lengthwise, and slice 1/4 " thick,

crosswise. Place slices in bowl and toss with salt.

Spread out on several thicknesses of paper towels to

drain for 30 min. Pat dry.

Combine vinegar, garlic, and oregano. Gradually whisk

in oil. Add zucchini, onions, beans, and olives.

Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 min. and up to 4

hrs. Just before serving, add avocado, chopped

chipotles and cheese; toss to mix. Serve over bed of lettuce.

 

 

 

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