Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound baby zucchini or yellow summer squash
  • 2 scallions
  • 1/2 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon finely grated fresh lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons dry vermouth
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh chervil or tarragon leaves

Method

  • Trim zucchini or squash and halve lengthwise.
  • Finely chop scallions.
  • In a 10-inch heavy skillet heat butter and oil over moderately high heat until foam subsides and saute zucchini or squash and scallions with zest, pepper, and salt to taste, stirring, 2 minutes.
  • Add vermouth and simmer, covered, until zucchini or squash is crisp-tender, about 2 minutes.
  • Stir in herbs.