Ingredients

  • 4 red, ripe tomatoes, about 2 pounds
  • 4 to 6 small zucchini, about 1 pound, trimmed
  • 1 bunch scallions, trimmed
  • 4 hard-cooked eggs, cut lengthwise into quarters
  • 3 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
  • 6 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
  • 1 teaspoon anchovy paste
  • Salt to taste, if desired
  • Freshly ground pepper to taste

Method

  • Cut away cores of tomatoes.
  • Drop tomatoes into a basin of boiling water and let simmer about 9 to 10 seconds.
  • Peel tomatoes and cut into 1-inch or slightly larger pieces.
  • There should be about 4 cups.
  • Cut zucchini into thin 1/4-inch thick rounds.
  • There should be about 3 cups.
  • Bring enough water to the boil to cover zucchini pieces when added.
  • Add zucchini and cook about 1 1/2 minutes.
  • Drain and run briefly under cold water.
  • Drain well and set side.
  • Cut scallions crosswise into small pieces.
  • There should be about 1 cup.
  • Put tomatoes in a large bowl and add zucchini, scallions and eggs.
  • Put vinegar and mustard in separate bowl.
  • Start beating while gradually adding oil.
  • Beat in garlic, anchovy paste, salt and pepper.
  • Pour this over vegetables and toss to blend.