This light, tasty salad combines the delicate flavours of seafood with summer vegetables. The Bonbon Rosé is a wonderful accompaniment with its fresh red fruit tones, minerality and soft floral undertones
Ingredients (for 2 persons)
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250 g clams (vongole), rinsed well
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1 medium zucchini, sliced
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10 cherry tomatoes, halved
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1 tbsp capers
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½ lemon (juice & zest)
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4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
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1 tsp honey
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Pepper and sea salt
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Fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
Preparation
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Marinade: Combine lemon juice, zest, olive oil, honey, salt and pepper in a bowl.
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Zucchini: Brush slices with olive oil and grill for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden brown.
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Clams: Heat a dash of oil in a pan, add clams, pour over some of the marinade and cover with a lid. Steam for 4–5 minutes until they open.
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Assemble: Place grilled zucchini, clams (without closed ones), cherry tomatoes and capers in a bowl. Sprinkle with the remaining marinade and garnish with parsley.
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Serve: Nice and lukewarm or at room temperature – perfect for summer!
Serving tips
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Keep the wine chilled at around 10–12 °C, this accentuates freshness and elegance
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Serve with a crusty baguette and a side dish such as green salad or asparagus.
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Ideal as a patio dish or light lunch with friends.
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