Summer Squash Salad With Lemon Capers And Parmesan Food

NO COOK SUMMER SQUASH SALAD WITH LEMON AND HERBS

Steps:

• Thinly slice the squash lengthwise on a mandoline. As you slice, lay the slices on a large platter. Once you cover the plate, lightly sprinkle the squash with some chives and about 1 teaspoon olive oil.
• Cut into the lemon about halfway so you can squeeze the juice but still grate off the zest. Finely grate about 1/4 teaspoon of the lemon zest and squeeze 4 or 5 drops of juice over the squash. Top with a sprinkling of tarragon, about 1 teaspoon. Keep it light because the flavor adds up as you layer the vegetables. Season evenly with salt and pepper. Repeat with the ingredients to make 4 or 5 layers of squash flavored with the herbs, lemon and olive oil. Finish with a nice drizzle of the olive oil and herbs.
• Set aside to allow the squash to soften slightly, about 30 minutes. Lay the slices of cheese on top. Serve.

SUMMER SQUASH SALAD WITH LEMON, CAPERS AND PARMESAN

Steps:

• Mash garlic to a paste with a pinch of salt, put in a small bowl and whisk in lemon juice. Let sit for 10 minutes and then whisk in olive oil.
• Using a mandoline or sharp chef's knife, cut squash into very thin ovals (1/16 inch thick). Put into a medium bowl and toss with 2/3 of the vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper.
• Combine Arugula, parsley, chives and capers in a separate bowl, season with salt and pepper, and toss with just enough vinaigrette to lightly coat.
• Layer about 1/3 of squash in a shallow bowl or platter, scatter 1/3 of arugula mixture on top and sprinkle with 1/3 of the grated Parmesan. Repeat layering two more times.
• For garnish, shave long strips of Parmesan with a vegetable peeler onto the salad. Serve immediately.

SAUTEED SUMMER SQUASH WITH PARMESAN

Steps:

• Slice squash and onion to 3/16-inch thickness using a mandolin.
• Melt butter and canola oil over medium heat in a large skillet. Add squash and onion to the hot pan and season with salt and pepper. Saute until vegetables begin to soften, about 10 minutes. Sprinkle with 3 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, reduce heat to low, and continue cooking for 5 minutes.
• Remove skillet from heat and sprinkle with additional tablespoon Parmesan cheese prior to serving.

GRILLED ZUCCHINI/SUMMER SQUASH SALAD W/ BASIL-PARMESAN DRESSING

Steps:

• Prepare barbecue to medium heat.
• Place zucchini and crookneck squash on large baking sheet; brush all over with 3 tablespoons oil.
• Sprinkle with salt and pepper.
• Grill vegetables until tender and brown, turning occasionally, about 10 minutes.
• Transfer to plate and cool.
• Cut vegetables diagonally into 1-inch-wide pieces.
• Place in large bowl.
• Add basil, Parmesan cheese, balsamic vinegar and remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil and toss to blend.
• Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve.

SUMMER SQUASH SALAD

Steps:

• In a large bowl, toss the zucchini, squash and radishes. In a small bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients. Pour over vegetables. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. If desired, top with additional snipped fresh parsley.

SUMMER SQUASH SALAD

Steps:

• Trim ends off zucchini and yellow squash, and cut into narrow strips (julienne).
• Whisk lemon or lime juice with shallots, salt, and pepper.
• Whisk in oil and herbs.
• Toss squash with dressing and serve, garnished with herb sprigs if desired.

SHAVED SUMMER SQUASH SALAD

Steps:

• Roast almonds and coarsely crush. Meanwhile, trim the ends off summer squash. Using a vegetable peeler, thinly slice the squash lengthwise into strips and transfer to a large bowl.
• In a small bowl, whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, minced garlic clove, and kosher salt to taste. Pour dressing over squash. Let stand for a few minutes, then add a few handfuls of baby arugula. Shave a little Pecorino over the squash and toss. Season with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Garnish with the crushed almonds.

REFRESHING SUMMER SQUASH SALAD

Steps:

• Toss yellow squash and zucchini with salt in a large bowl.
• Whisk mint, olive oil, lemon juice, lemon zest, and black pepper in a small bowl; pour over squash mixture. Toss to coat.
• Heat a small nonstick skillet over medium heat; cook and stir prosciutto in the hot skillet until crisp, about 2 minutes.
• Divide squash salad over 4 plates. Evenly sprinkle prosciutto and feta cheese over salads.

SUMMER SQUASH SALAD

Steps:

• Pour enough oil in skillet to cover. Place over medium high heat and add 1/3 of the garlic, cook for 1-2 minutes.
• Stir in 1/3 of zucchini and summer squashes and cook another 2 minutes or until squash is wilted and browns on the edges. Transfer to serving dish or bowl.
• Repeat two more times with the remaining squash and garlic.
• Before transferring last batch to bowl stir in vinegar and then return all the squash back to the skillet along with the oregano.
• Return all to serving dish.
• Serve while still warm or at room temperature.