This recipe can be prepared in 45 minutes or less but requires additional sitting time.
Recipe information
Yield
Serves 6 as a side dish
Ingredients
1/4 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup freshly grated Parmesan (1 ounce)
1 tablespoon pine nuts
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 pound zucchini (about 2 large)
1/2 pound yellow squash (about 1 large)
Preparation
Step 1
In a food processor purée together basil, Parmesan, pine nuts, salt, lemon juice, and oil until smooth and season with pepper.
Step 2
With a mandoline or other manual slicer, cut zucchini and yellow squash lengthwise into very thin slices. Arrange slices in one layer, overlapping them slightly, on 2 large platters and drizzle pesto over slices. Chill zucchini and yellow squash, covered, at least 1 hour, to allow dressing to be absorbed, and up to 1 day.
