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The best zucchini recipes in one place! If you’re looking at a garden full of fresh zucchini, or if you just picked up a bag of summer produce from the farmer’s market, then you’ve come to the right place. The versatile veggie is delicious baked into muffins, breads, and desserts; and also plays a prominent role in main dish dinners and sides. From sweet to savory, this roundup features favorite summer squash recipes to enjoy all season long!
Easy Zucchini Recipes
Zucchini is one of those great summer crops that seems to thrive and grow — no matter how little rain it receives and no matter how much it’s neglected. You plant a couple of seeds and the next thing you know, you’re overwhelmed with summer squash! Fortunately, it can be enjoyed in a variety of ways — from simple sides to dinner entrees — so it won’t go to waste.
What can I make with fresh zucchini?
This roundup features all of our favorite ways to take advantage of fresh summer zucchini. From one-bowl muffins that you can stir together in minutes, to savory, cheesy pies, and hearty pasta dishes, there are so many recipes to enjoy with too many zucchinis! Here you’ll find the following options:
Best Zucchini Recipes Main Dish
Zucchini Recipes Baking
Zucchini Desserts
Vegetarian Sides and Mains
What is the best way to preserve zucchini?
If you have an abundance of zucchini that you don’t have time to enjoy right now, you can freeze the vegetables for later use. Here are the freezing directions, which include washing, slicing, and blanching the zucchini before properly storing. Another good option for preserving zucchini? Try zucchini pickles!
A simple, indulgent, cheesy pasta with zucchini and crispy bacon is a weeknight dinner that the whole family can agree on. It's basically grown-up mac and cheese!
Enjoy fresh summer produce in a healthy and easy dinner recipe that won’t heat up your kitchen! These pan fried Skillet Pork Chops with Zucchini and Squash are ready in just 30 minutes!
This Dump-and-Bake Chicken and Zucchini Noodles Recipe is an easy casserole that gives you all of the cozy comfort that you crave in a high-protein, grain-free, and low-calorie dish!
This low-carb, healthy, and delicious zucchini pizza casserole is made in one dish with minimal effort. It's a great way to serve a comforting dinner, while sneaking in plenty of veggies!
Grilled Garlic and Herb Boneless Pork Tenderloin with Zucchini and Corn
A low calorie and healthy dinner of grilled garlic and herb boneless pork tenderloin served with zucchini and corn, full of flavor and ready in only 30 minutes!
Yellow squash and zucchini add moisture to baked goods like muffins and quick breads. Here are some of our favorite ways to incorporate the fresh summer vegetables into your baking!
That’s right — you can even use zucchini in sweet treats! You don’t actually taste the vegetables in your baked goods, but the zucchini does contribute nice moisture to cakes and sweet breads.
You won’t believe that these Crispy Zucchini Fries are baked in the oven! Paired with a creamy lemon herb dip, the easy side dish recipe will be the star of your next summer meal!
Enjoy all of the delicious, fresh zucchini from your garden in a simple and healthy Zucchini and Parmesan Baked Omelet — plus a handful of other quick and easy zucchini recipes! This easy egg casserole is a quick prep-ahead breakfast, brunch, or dinner for the warm summer months!
I hope that you’ve found some new, easy recipes to share with your friends and family this season. Let me know about your favorites in the comments below!
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