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Zucchini Caprese

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Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients
  

  • Olive oil
  • 2 medium zucchinis
  • Salt and pepper
  • 4 small tomatoes, diced (most seeds removed)
  • 3-4 oz. fresh mozzarella, diced
  • 6-8 basil leaves, chiffonade (cut into long, thin strips)
  • 2 Tbsp. Italian dressing
  • Optional: Balsamic vinegar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Slice each zucchini in half length-wise. Use a spoon to scrape out the seeds and part of the flesh. Next, brush with about 1 tsp. of olive oil. Then, season with salt and pepper. Bake for 7-9 minutes or cook on a grill.
  • In a medium bowl, toss the tomatoes, mozzarella, basil, Italian dressing, salt, and pepper. Top zucchini with the caprese mixture. If desired, drizzle with balsamic vinegar.