Best Of Summer Salad Recipe

Ingredients for Best Of Summer Salad

• Sugar Snap Peas
• Green Beans
• Summer Squash
• Cherry Tomatoes
• Red Bell Peppers
• Fresh Basil Leaves
• Garlic Clove
• 1 teaspoon salt
• Olive Oil
• Plain Yogurt
• Red Leaf Lettuce

How to Make Best Of Summer Salad

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
2. Add 1 cup of fresh or frozen peas and 1 cup of fresh or frozen green beans. Cook until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes.
3. Immediately drain in a colander and rinse under cold running water to stop the cooking process. Pat completely dry with paper towels.
4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooled peas and beans with 1 medium zucchini, diced; 2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes, halved; and 1 bell pepper (any color), diced.
5. In a blender or food processor, combine 2 cups fresh basil leaves, 2 cloves garlic, and 1 teaspoon salt. Process until smooth.
6. With the motor running, slowly add ½ cup extra virgin olive oil and ¼ cup plain Greek yogurt. Blend until completely emulsified.
7. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
8. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld (or longer for a more intense flavor).
9. Before serving, line a wide serving bowl with fresh lettuce leaves. Spoon the marinated vegetables onto the lettuce and serve immediately.