This easy salad will take a pound and a half of zucchini off your hands. It is simple and requires very little cooking, and the dill elevates its excellence mightily.

Ingredients

  • 4 medium zucchini, about 1 1/2 pounds
  • 2 tablespoons imported mustard
  • 1 tablespoon red-wine vinegar
  • cup corn, peanut or vegetable oil
  • Salt to taste if desired
  • Freshly ground pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped dill
  • Nutritional Information
    • Nutritional analysis per serving (4 servings)

      46 calories; 0 grams fat; 0 grams saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 0 grams polyunsaturated fat; 8 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 5 grams sugars; 2 grams protein; 100 milligrams sodium

    • Note: Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available data.

4 to 6 servings

Preparation

  1. Trim off ends of zucchini. Cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices. There should be about 6 cups.
  2. Bring enough water to boil to cover slices. Add slices and simmer 1 1/2 minutes. Do not overcook; they must remain a bit crisp. Drain quickly, run under cold water and drain thoroughly again. Let cool or chill in the refrigerator.
  3. Put mustard and vinegar in mixing bowl and start beating with wire whisk while gradually adding oil. Add salt and pepper to taste. Stir in dill.
  4. Add zucchini slices and toss to blend. Serve.

20 minutes, plus cooling time

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