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Zucchini and Tomatoes with Cheese

Makes 4 servings

Prep time: 15 min.

Ingredients:

• Salad Ingredients
  • 2 - cups (1/2 pint) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 2 - small (2 cups) zucchini, cut in half lengthwise, cut into 1/4-inch slices
  • 4 - ounces (1 cup) Monterey Jack Cheese, cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• Dressing Ingredients:
  • 1/2 - cup prepared Italian vinaigrette salad dressing
  • 2 - Tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves or 2 teaspoons dried basil leaves
  • 1 - Tablespoon Dijon-style mustard

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini, and cheese. Set aside.
2. Combine all dressing ingredients in 1-cup glass measures combine dressing, basil, and mustard. Mix well.
3. Pour dressing over salad ingredients and mix well.

Alan's Kitchen Tip:

• Place each salad ingredient into separate resealable plastic food bags. Place dressing into resealable plastic food bag. Place bags into cold picnic cooler. Assemble salad as directed above at serving time.

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