Zucchini with Almond Basil Pesto

Name: Zucchini with Almond Basil Pesto
Ingredients: For the pesto; 1/4 cup almond butter; 1 to 2 cloves garlic (I like 2); 1 cup fresh basil leaves; 2/3 cup extra virgin olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; For the salad; 1 small zucchini, about 8 inches long; 1 tablespoon of the almond basil pesto; 2 tablespoons very finely diced red onion; 5 or 6 parmigiano reggiano shavings; Salt and pepper for seasoning if desired