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Zucchini and Basil Pasta Salad
47 mins
Ingredients
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4 medium zucchini very coarsely grated
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1 tsp. salt
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2 1/2 cups packed fresh basil leaves
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1/2 cup STAR Extra Virgin Olive Oil
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3 garlic cloves
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1/2 tsp. fresh oregano or 1/4 tsp. dried oregano
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6 cups chicken broth
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3/4 lbs. orzo (rice-shaped pasta)
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1/4 cup fresh lemon juice
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1/4 cup freshly grated Parmesan, Asiago, or hard Monterey jack cheese
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3 Tbsp. chopped parsley
Instructions
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1.
Sprinkle zucchini with salt in a colander and toss. Let stand 30 minutes, stirring once or twice. Squeeze zucchini dry. Transfer to large bowl.
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2.
Blend basil, oil, garlic, and oregano together well in food processor or blender. Add to zucchini; reserve.
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3.
Bring chicken broth to a boil in a large pot. Add orzo and reduce heat, cooking until orzo is just tender, about 10-12 minutes. Drain well.
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4.
Stir the pasta into the zucchini. Add the lemon juice, grated cheese and parsley. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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5.
Serve.
