Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
  • 1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 1/2-ounce packages fresh basil leaves, chopped (about 3/4 cup)
  • 1 1/2 pounds uncooked medium shrimp, peeled, deveined
  • 1 pound gnocchi pasta or orecchiette pasta
  • 4 zucchini, halved lengthwise
  • Olive oil
  • Freshly grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Method

  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat) or preheat broiler.
  • Combine 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice and Dijon mustard small bowl.
  • Gradually mix in 1/3 cup olive oil.
  • Mix in chopped fresh basil.
  • Place shrimp in medium bowl.
  • Drizzle with remaining 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice and 2 tablespoons olive oil.
  • Toss to coat.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Cook pasta in large pot of boiling salted water until just tender but still firm to bite, stirring occasionally.
  • Meanwhile, brush zucchini on both sides with oil.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Grill until charred, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Transfer to plate.
  • Add shrimp to grill and cook until just cooked through, about 2 minutes per side.
  • Transfer to large bowl.
  • Cut zucchini crosswise into 1-inch pieces and add to shrimp.
  • Drain pasta well.
  • Add to bowl with shrimp and zucchini.
  • Add basil vinaigrette and toss to coat.
  • Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • (Can be prepared up to 1 hour ahead.
  • Let stand at room temperature.)
  • Serve pasta warm or at room temperature, passing grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.