MARINATED ZUCCHINI SALAD
WITH CHIPOTLES

2 medium zucchini 
1/2 tsp. salt 
5 Tbsp white vinegar 
1 clove garlic, minced 
1/4 tsp. oregano 
1/2 cup olive oil 
1 cup garbanzo beans, drained 
3 green onions, sliced 
1/2 cup sliced ripe olives 
1 ripe avocado, cut into 1/2" cubes 
1 chipotle in adobo sauce, minced 
3 Tbsp grated Romano cheese 
or 
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese 
1 head Boston lettuce, cored, 
separated into leaves 

Cut zucchini in half lengthwise, 
and slice 1/4" thick, crosswise. 
Place slices in bowl and toss with salt. 
Spread out on several thicknesses 
of paper towels to drain for 30 min. 
Pat dry. 
Combine vinegar, garlic, and oregano. 
Gradually whisk in oil. 
Add zucchini, onions, beans, and olives. 
Refrigerate, covered, at least 30 min. 
and up to 4 hrs. Just before serving, 
add avocado, chipotle and cheese; 
toss to mix. 
Serve over bed of lettuce. 

Refrigerate several hours 
or overnight before serving. 
Serve with tortilla chips.