That’s what she said…. ok, ok, i need to grow up! My co-worker/client said he had zucchini to get rid of, me being all about the veggies, said, hook me up. Of course he brings in three 8 pound ginormous zucchinis on the day i ride my bike. Jesu-cristo… I swear i lost a couple inches riding home with those in my backpack! I pawned one off on a friend of ours, but still had 2 to do something with. Finally sunday was the day – i cut one in half and then sliced length wise into long slabs! Put some olive oil on and slapped it on the grill! But i still had half of this bohemouth and needed something interesting to do with it. Well, interesting and awesome did i find!

Ajlouk Qura’a (Mashed-Zucchini Salad)

Ingredients

• 1 1/4 pounds zucchini, cut into 1-inch-thick slices
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon caraway seeds
• 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1/2 teaspoon harissa
• 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1/4 cup (2 ounces) crumbled feta cheese

Preparation

• Place zucchini in a large saucepan; cover with water to 1 inch above zucchini. Bring to a boil, and cook 20 minutes or until zucchini is very tender. Drain. While zucchini is still in colander, coarsely mash zucchini with a fork; drain.
• Combine juice and next 6 ingredients (juice through garlic) in a bowl; stir with a whisk. Add zucchini; toss well. Sprinkle with cheese.

The result was superb – so much better than i expected! Nice kick, nice flavor, great!! I’ll be enjoying this recipe time and again! Can’t wait!