Lunch: Charred Zucchini Salad Recipe | Myrecipes

Erik Anderson uses lardo for part of the fat in the dressing. It's seasoned and cured pork fat somewhat similar to bacon. Find it at specialty markets or at almagourmet.com. Or substitute an equal amount of rendered bacon fat (16 ounces chopped bacon will

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Lemon

Health benefits of Charred Zucchini Salad Recipe | Myrecipes

Lemons can help to prevent oxidative damage to the body, which women with PCOS are often susceptible to. Lemons are also rich in vitamin C, flavonoids, and other antioxidants. They can potentially support the immune system and have other health benefits. Lemons also have a low glycemic index, so they should not cause a rapid rise in blood sugar when consumed in natural form.

Ingredients

3.5 ounces diced lardo (see note above)
1/4 cup plus 2 tsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1/4 cup champagne vinegar
2 tablespoons finely diced celery
6 whole pickled teardrop chiles plus 1 1/2 Tbsp. chopped (see note above), divided
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon chopped preserved lemon
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
3 medium zucchini, sliced crosswise 1/8 inch thick (about 8 oz.)
12 fresh oregano leaves
12 fresh parsley leaves
2 teaspoons thinly sliced fresh chives
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 ounce Parmesan cheese, shaved

Instructions

Combine lardo and 1/4 cup olive oil in a medium skillet over medium-low heat. Cook until fat is melted and any meat bits are crisp and brown, about 10 minutes. Add vinegar, celery, 6 chiles, sugar, and lemon. Stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt. Reserve 6 tablespoons vinaigrette (store remaining vinaigrette refrigerated in an airtight container up to 2 weeks).
Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add half of zucchini; cook, without stirring, 4 minutes or until zucchini is charred. Toss gently; cook 30 more seconds. Transfer to a large bowl. Repeat with remaining oil and zucchini.
Reheat reserved 6 tablespoons vinaigrette over medium heat; pour over zucchini. Add oregano, next 4 ingredients (through pepper), and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt; toss. Transfer to a serving dish; top with Parmesan and remaining 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped chiles.