Sweet Mint Zucchini

1. 1

   Trim off the ends of the zucchini and discard them.

2. 2

   Quarter the zucchini lengthwise and cut them into 1 inch pieces.

3. 3

   Combine the sugar and 2 T water in a saucepan.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil over medium-high heat and cook until the sugar has dissolved - about 1 min.Then reduce the heat to low, add in the zucchii, coer and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the zuchinni is tender but not mushy, 7-8 minutes.

5. 5

   Drain the zucchini, reserving the syrup.

6. 6

   Toss the zucchini in a bowl with the mint and 2 T of the resered syrup.

7. 7

   Allow it to cool to room temperature.

8. 8

   Sere as an appetizer salad on small plates.

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