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30 Incredible Zucchini Recipes You Really Need To Try

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With the summer coming around in full gear, it’s about time we gave the spotlight to one of our favorite summer veggies, Mr. Zucchini.

This tasty vegetable is well known for its versatility in the kitchen, as well its impressive nutritional profile.

If you’re looking for brilliant ways to incorporate this tasty veggie into your diet, or just need some yummy recipes to enjoy during the season, then you’re in the right place.

Today, we’re going to be showing you just how many yummy ways you can enjoy this tasty summer squash vegetable.

I’ve gathered a collection of 30 amazing zucchini recipes for you to enjoy this season. And I assure you, these recipes are far from boring.

From main dishes, to sides, to appetizers, and even snacks/desserts, there are just so many yummy things you can create with this wonderful veggie.

Let’s get right into it.

Zucchinis 101

Before we get straight into the yummy stuff, let’s take a brief look at what this wonderful veggie has to offer. In terms of nutrition, it’s certainly not lacking.

Like many other healthy veggies, zucchinis are loaded with good nutrients, and are also low in calories, which makes them great for eating healthier and/or losing weight when incorporated into our diet.

According to Nutritionix, one medium zucchini (about 200g) of this healthy veggie contains just a tiny 30 calories. It’s also super low in carbs and fats as well.  

In addition to that, it’s packed full of useful nutrients and minerals like vitamins A, C, potassium, magnesium and a couple of other useful compounds.

These nutrients and minerals offer a ton of health benefits, like helping to fight against inflammation, reducing cholesterol, boosting eye health, reducing blood sugar, and more.

And when it comes to the kitchen, being versatile is its middle name. Zucchinis can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Spiralized, fried, boiled, pickled, shredded, and so on.

But enough about the nerdy stuff. Let’s get cooking. Here are 30 amazing zucchini-inspired recipes for you to enjoy.

30 Delicious Zucchini Recipes

1) Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Via: Dinner At The Zoo

Get the recipe at – Dinner At The Zoo

2) Vegan Zucchini Involtini Bake

Vegan Zucchini Involtini Bake
Via: Lazy Cat Kitchen

Get the recipe at – Lazy Cat Kitchen

3) Zucchini Patties

Zucchini Patties
Via: An Italian In My Kitchen

Get the recipe at – An Italian In My Kitchen

4) Baked Zucchini

Baked Zucchini
Via: Cooking Classy

Get the recipe at – Cooking Classy

5) Zucchini Garlic Bites

Zucchini Garlic Bites
Via: Grow A Good Life

Get the recipe at – Grow A Good Life

Also See: 35 Healthy Salad Recipes That Taste Incredibly Good

6) Zucchini, Tomato & Eggplant Gratin

Zucchini, Tomato & Eggplant Gratin
Via: The Busy Baker

Get the recipe at – The Busy Baker

7) Zucchini Bites

Zucchini Bites
Via: Healthy Little Foodies

Get the recipe at – Healthy Little Foodies

8) Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Noodles Pasta

Garlic Parmesan Zucchini Noodles Pasta
Via: Inspired Taste

Get the recipe at – Inspired Taste

9) Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry

Chicken Zucchini Stir Fry
Via: Skinny Taste

Get the recipe at – Skinny Taste

10) Zucchini Cheddar Scones

Zucchini Cheddar Scones
Via: Baker By Nature

Get the recipe at – Baker By Nature

Also See: 30 High Protein Breakfast Recipes To Satisfy Your Cravings

11) Sweet Potato Zucchini Casserole

Sweet Potato Zucchini Casserole
Via: Primavera Kitchen

Get the recipe at – Primavera Kitchen

12) Zucchini Pizza Bites

Zucchini Pizza Bites
Via: Comfort Of Cooking

Get the recipe at – Comfort Of Cooking

13) Zucchini Tater Tots

Zucchini Tater Tots
Via: Feel Good Foodie

Get the recipe at – Feel Good Foodie

14) Healthy Zucchini Bread

Healthy Zucchini Bread
Via: Cookie And Kate

Get the recipe at – Cookie And Kate

15) Zucchini Muffins

Zucchini Muffins
Via: Lil Luna

Get the recipe at – Lil Luna

Also See: 18 Delicious Keto Muffins That’ll Keep You In Ketosis

16) Zucchini Parmesan Bread

Zucchini Parmesan Bread
Via: A Spicy Perspective

Get the recipe at – A Spicy Perspective

17) Zucchini Taco Roll Ups

Zucchini Taco Roll Ups
Via: Family Fresh Meals

Get the recipe at – Family Fresh Meals

18) Pesto Zoodle Salad

Pesto Zoodle Salad
Via: The Modern Proper

Get the recipe at – The Modern Proper

19) Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies

Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies
Via: Running On Real Food

Get the recipe at – Running On Real Food

20) Whole Wheat Zucchini Pancakes

Whole Wheat Zucchini Pancakes
Via: Two Peas And Their Pod

Get the recipe at – Two Peas And Their Pod

Also See: 25 Delicious Sweet Potato Recipes That’ll Leave You Drooling

21) Zucchini Soup

Zucchini Soup
Via: Downshiftology

Get the recipe at – Downshiftology

22) Sautéed Zucchini and Yellow Squash

Sautéed Zucchini and Yellow Squash
Via: Evolving Table

Get the recipe at – Evolving Table

23) Tex Mex Rice and Beans with Zucchini

Tex Mex Rice and Beans with Zucchini
Via: IFoodreal

Get the recipe at – IFoodreal

24) Zucchini Lasagna

Zucchini Lasagna
Via: Jo Cooks

Get the recipe at – Jo Cooks

25) Zucchini Ribbon Skewers With Spicy Lemon Butter

Zucchini Ribbon Skewers With Spicy Lemon Butter
Via: How Sweet Eats

Get the recipe at – How Sweet Eats

Also See: 25 Amazing Kabob Skewer Recipes For Your Summer BBQ

26) Chicken Zucchini Bake with Bacon

Chicken Zucchini Bake with Bacon
Via: Julia’s Album

Get the recipe at – Julia’s Album

27) Quinoa + Hummus Zucchini Roll Ups

Quinoa + Hummus Zucchini Roll Ups
Via: Simply Quinoa

Get the recipe at – Simply Quinoa

28) Zucchini Bread Overnight Oats

Zucchini Bread Overnight Oats
Via: Lemons and Zest

Get the recipe at – Lemons and Zest

29) Three Herb Tomato Zucchini Salad

Three Herb Tomato Zucchini Salad
Via: Cotter Crunch

Get the recipe at – Cotter Crunch

30) Crispy Zucchini Tacos with Crunchy Cabbage Slaw & Lime Crema

Crispy Zucchini Tacos with Crunchy Cabbage Slaw & Lime Crema
Via: Jessica In The Kitchen

Get the recipe at – Jessica In The Kitchen


Which of these are you trying next? Let me know down in the comments.

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