Zucchini Scramble

The word zucchini is the Italian word for squash. It is soft skinned and it is usually picked under 20 cm in long, and the seeds are soft and immature. It is a versatile vegetable, it can be prepare steamed, boiled, grilled, stuffed and backed, fried, barbecued or incorporated as souffles. Its flowers can be eaten stuffed and are a delicacy when you deep fried as tempura. This scramble is full of flavour, and you can use as a side dish or in its own for a quick meal. Thie recipe uses the microwave for an even quicker meal, but you can do the same thing on the stove no problem!

Ingredients

• 3 or 4 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1/2 medium sized white onion, finely chopped
• 2 ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 big teaspoons fresh chopped parsley
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

Method

1. Mix zucchini & onion together in a microwave proof bowl. Microwave on HIGH for 6 minutes. Drain off excess water.
2. Toss herbs, salt butter & oil in with hot zucchini & stir through. Then add tomatoes & stir again. Microwave on HIGH for another 3-4 minutes, stirring after half the cooking time.
3. Serve with any hot grilled meats or toss over pasta, sprinkle with chopped cooked bacon pieces & freshly grated parmesan cheese.
4. Enjoy!

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(Source: lanerealty.com.au)