Baked Zucchini with Tomatoes and Herbs

5 small zucchini

4 scallions, sliced, white and green parts

1 small onion, chopped

2 plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped

2 tbs celery leaves (from inner stalks), chopped

4 tbs basil leaves, chopped

1/4 cup olive oil

1 tsp salt

1/2 tsp pepper

Preheat oven to 425'. 

1. Slice zucchini in half crosswise, then again lengthwise, then slice each half again to make sticks

2. Combine zucchini sticks, scallions, onion, tomatoes, celery leaves and basil. 

3. Mix in the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine. 

4. Pour into a 3 quart dish and bake for 20 minutes. 

(Garnish with extra green onion and basil, if desired.)