Too Much Zucchini? These Delicious Recipes Put Every Bit to Good Use
There are oodles of ways to turn this healthy veggie into a meal.
Looking for easy ways to use up summer zucchini? This versatile vegetable is affordable, packed with nutrients, and works in everything from quick weeknight dinners and grilled sides to baked goods and family-friendly meals. Whether you're craving crispy zucchini fritters, fresh pasta dishes, or even a sweet zucchini dessert, these healthy zucchini recipes make the most of the season's favorite squash.
Feta, Zucchini, and Oregano Flatbread
An easy pizza is a perfect summer meal, and this version topped with thinly sliced zucchini, feta, and red onion is just as delicious packed for a picnic as it is served with a simple green salad for dinner.
Grilled Zucchini with Walnuts and Cilantro
Simple yet sophisticated, this summer side dish is made to impress. Serve it alongside grilled steak at your next cookout, and your guests will be asking for the recipe.
Zucchini Galette
This rustic zucchini galette looks bakery-worthy but is surprisingly easy to make. Layers of fresh zucchini, flaky pastry, and savory cheese come together in an elegant summer dish that's perfect for brunch, lunch, or a light dinner with a salad.
Zucchini-and-Pecorino Fritters
Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these zucchini-and-Pecorino fritters are an easy way to turn summer squash into a crowd-pleasing appetizer, side dish, or light meal. Salty Pecorino cheese adds plenty of savory flavor to every bite.
Seared Grouper with Corn, Zucchini, and Tomato Sauté
This light summer dinner has everything you want this time of year: flaky fish, sweet corn, juicy tomatoes, and plenty of fresh zucchini. It's an easy, seasonal meal that's big on flavor.
Classic Hearty Squash Casserole Recipe
This Southern classic is traditionally made with yellow summer squash, but swapping in zucchini is an easy, delicious twist that makes perfect use of your summer produce.
Basil and Feta Summer Squash Stew
Serve this stew alongside grilled fish, chicken, or steak, or toss it with cooked pasta for an easy summer dinner.
Squash Ribbon Salad with Sunflower Seeds
A raw zucchini salad lets the vegetable's fresh, delicate flavor shine. Tossed with toasted sunflower seeds and salty feta, it's crisp, satisfying, and perfect for summer.
Pan-Seared Gnocchi with Parmesan-Roasted Summer Squash and Herbs
Sometimes you just need a hearty dinner, and this one delivers. Made with store-bought gnocchi, plenty of summer squash, and a bright, herby sauce, it's an easy meal that's full of fresh seasonal flavor.
Grilled Pesto Chicken with Summer Squash
This weeknight-friendly dinner comes together in just 20 minutes. It's healthy, packed with flavor, and puts summer zucchini front and center.
Grilled Zucchini and Yellow Squash with Lemon-Scallion Dressing
Add a spicy kick to your grilled veggies with a vibrant jalapeño, lemon, and scallion dressing.
Marinated Zucchini and Yellow Squash Tart
You'll want to put this goat cheese and ricotta spread on just about anything after tasting this tart.
Classic Zucchini Bread
Think of this as the ultimate "use it up" recipe—an easy way to turn a spare zuke or two into a snackably sweet anytime treat. Throw in a handful of nuts or chocolate chips, and it's even better.
Turkey Meatballs over Zucchini Noodles
"Zoodles" and lean turkey meatballs make this a healthier (but just as delicious!) alternative to spaghetti.
Crispy Zucchini Strips
This fry alternative showcases summer's finest veggie.
Pasta with Sautéed Peppers, Zucchini, and Smoked Mozzarella
This fresh pasta dish puts a springtime twist on spaghetti night.
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