Green goddess zucchini sushi with spicy heirloom tomato salsa
Serves
4
This impressive appetizer is inspired by sushi but uses seasonal vegetables and herbs for a perfect summer treat.
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Ingredients
4
medium zucchini
2
leaves kale
3
handfuls mint
1
cucumber, seeded and julienned
1
avocado
1
bunch chives
1
bunch pea sprouts
1
lime
2
heirloom tomatoes
1 clove
garlic
1/2
hot pepper
1
handful basil, chopped
Instructions
- Peel zucchini into 6-8 thin slices with vegetable peeler or mandolin.
- Fork avocado and season with salt and pepper, splash of lime.
- Break all other veggies into small match sticks or perfect julienne.
- Lay sliced zucchini down and spread avocado on the first 2 inches. Pile up match stick veggies and roll. (If the ends don't stick apply a little avocado as glue.
- In a large mortar, smash garlic and hot pepper with salt to create a paste. Chop up tomatoes and basil and mix with garlic paste. Serve on side for those who like it hot!