Marinated Grilled Zucchini

Garden Fresh grilled
Zucchini Preserved
in Colavita Extra Virgin Oil  and Vinegar

From the hills of Molise, Italy, Colavita Marinated grilled Zucchini are made from young hand picked Zucchini, wood fire grilled and marinated in a blend of Colavita extra-virgin olive oil, sunflower oil, and white wine vinegar.

Marinated Grilled Zucchini are excellent in a salad, Pizza Toppings, Pasta Mix-Ins, Appetizer Platters, pasta sauces, and can be used as appetizer, Lunch on the Go, or added on your favorite sandwiches.

Colavita Grilled Zucchini, Feta and Prosciutto Crostini

Colavita’s Grilled Zucchini brings deep rich flavor to every bite of these simple to prepare crostini.

Makes about 12 crostini

Ingredients:

1 baguette (not sourdough)

1 container COLAVITA Grilled Zucchini

4 ounces Feta cheese, crumbled

6 ounces thinly slice prosciutto, cut into 1/2 inch wide strips

Preparation:

1. Slice the baguette into diagonal slices about 1/2 inch thick. Bake in a low, 325 degrees F, oven until crisp, about 10 – 15 minutes.

2. Remove the zucchini slices from the container, drain briefly on paper towels. Cut into pieces that will fit on the crostini.

3. Place the zucchini pieces on the crostini, sprinkle with Feta and pile a piece of prosciutto on top.

4. Place under the broiler for a few minutes, or until the prosciutto just begins to crisp. Take care not to burn.