INGREDIENTS:
2 small (5-7”) young zucchini or other summer squash, diced
3 T shallots, minced
1 clove garlic, minced very fine or mashed to a paste
2 T fresh lemon juice
4 T high quality olive oil
¼ ea. jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced (or to taste)
1 large handful basil, rough chop
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
METHOD:
Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl except fresh basil. Mix well and taste for salt and freshly ground black pepper. Let stand for 15 minutes to allow flavors to mingle. Right before serving add fresh basil and taste again for S&P.
Serve over grilled pork, beef, poultry, fish or other vegetables.
