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Grilled Zucchini and Prosciutto Skewers (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

Grilled Zucchini and Prosciutto Skewers (Giada De Laurentiis) Recipe

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Ingredients:

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vegetable oil cooking spray
2 packed cups fresh basil leaves
1/3 cup toasted pine nuts , see cook's note
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 clove garlic, peeled and smashed
zest of 1 large lemon
1/2 tsp kosher salt, plus extra for seasoning
1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper, plus extra for seasoning
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/3 cup (1 1/2 oz) grated parmesan
3 medium zucchini, trimmed and each cut into ten 1/2-inch-thick rounds
six 1/8-inch-thick slices prosciutto, quartered
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
special equipment: six 6-to-8-inch bamboo skewers soaked in water for 30 minutes to prevent scorching, or 6 metal skewers.

Directions:

Place a grill pan over medium-high heat or preheat a gas or charcoal grill. Spray the grill with vegetable oil cooking spray.
For the pesto: Pulse the basil, nuts, lemon juice, garlic, lemon zest, salt and pepper until finely chopped in a blender or food processor. With the machine running, gradually add the oil until the mixture is smooth and thick. Add the cheese and pulse until just incorporated. Season with salt and pepper.
For the skewers: Thread 1 round of zucchini onto a skewer. Thread 1 crumpled piece of prosciutto onto the skewer. Repeat 3 more times ending with a round of zucchini. Each skewer should have 5 rounds of zucchini and 4 pieces of prosciutto. Drizzle the skewers with olive oil and grill, turning occasionally, until the zucchini are tender, about 5 minutes.
Brush the skewers with the pesto, using a pastry brush, and serve.
Cook's Note: To toast the pine nuts, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350 degrees F oven until lightly toasted, 5 to 6 minutes. Cool completely before using.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	655.9 Kcal (2746 kJ)
Calories from fat	633.34 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	70.37g	108%
Cholesterol	4.12mg	1%
Sodium	554.03mg	23%
Potassium	242.12mg	5%
Total Carbs	5.34g	2%
Sugars	1.41g	6%
Dietary Fiber	1.17g	5%
Protein	5.52g	11%
Vitamin C	12.3mg	21%
Iron	1.6mg	9%
Calcium	64.7mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	542.83 Kcal (2273 kJ)
Calories from fat	524.16 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	58.24g	108%
Cholesterol	3.41mg	1%
Sodium	458.52mg	23%
Potassium	200.38mg	5%
Total Carbs	4.42g	2%
Sugars	1.17g	6%
Dietary Fiber	0.97g	5%
Protein	4.57g	11%
Vitamin C	10.2mg	21%
Iron	1.3mg	9%
Calcium	53.5mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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