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Zucchini Flower Taco

Did you know that zucchini blossoms are edible? Not only that, they're quite tasty, and make a lovely addition to all sorts of recipes, including this terrific taco. Make one for yourself, or make a bunch for a party. These tacos make delicious appetizers, too.

Ingredients

  • 3 zucchini blossoms
  • 1/2 teaspoon butter or margarine
  • 1 7-inch flour tortilla
  • 3 tablespoon shredded Jack cheese
  • 1/2 teaspoon grated Parmesan cheese
  • 3 thin avocado slices
  • salsa to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse blossoms well, checking for insects.
     
  2. Melt butter over medium heat.
     
  3. Add blossoms and cook, turning often, until wilted, 3-4 minutes. Remove from pan.
     
  4. Lay tortilla flat in pan and put blossoms on half the tortilla.
     
  5. Sprinkle with cheese. Cook until cheese melts.
     
  6. Lay avocado slices on cheese, fold tortilla over filling.
     
  7. Slide onto a plate and accompany with salsa.

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