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Wilted Zucchini Salad with Sweet Corn and Arugula

Wilted Zucchini Salad with Sweet Corn and Arugula

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    smartpalatenyc's Notes: I am not normally a fan of raw zucchini -- too woody, too spongy, too blah. But when it's sliced paper-thin, tossed with sea salt, and allowed to hang out for a while to draw out excess moisture...

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Serves 4 as a side dish

  1. Slice the zucchini into paper-thin rounds using mandoline, food processor, or knife. Transfer zucchini slices to a colander set over a bowl and toss with 1 teaspoon sea salt. Let sit for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until much of the water has been drawn out of the zucchini and it is tender and pliable. Rinse zucchini with water and pat dry.

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  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add corn kernels along with a pinch of salt, and saute for 2 to 3 minutes until just tender.

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  3. In a large bowl whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/4 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Add zucchini, corn, and arugula, and toss well to combine. Season to taste with additional salt and pepper, if desired. Top with grated parmigiano just before serving.

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2 Comments on Wilted Zucchini Salad with Sweet Corn and Arugula

Ab_sum Reply

This looks inviting. Thanks.

Img_3972 Reply

thanks, Sagegreen!

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