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How to use up that zucchini straight from the garden! Zucchini is in an abundance right now and it is the time to start cooking and baking with this fresh sweet and savory green vegetable.
How to Use Up That Zucchini
Anyone else have zucchini overflowing from their garden?! If so you’re in luck because I’ve rounded up my favorite mouthwatering, jaw-dropping ways to use up all that zucchini goodness! Just make a look at this plethora of summertime eats – from breakfast to dinner to dessert, it’s ALL here!
Zucchini
The zucchini or courgette is a summer squash, of Mesoamerican origin, which can reach nearly 1 metre in length, but is usually harvested when still immature at about 15 to 25 cm. A zucchini is a thin-skinned cultivar of what in Britain and Ireland is referred to as a marrow.
What Does Zucchini Do For the Body?
Zucchini is a versatile squash rich in vitamins, minerals, and plant compounds. It may offer several health benefits, ranging from improved digestion to a lower risk of heart disease. Zucchini may aid your bones, thyroid, and prostate. If you’re curious, try adding this soft, mild fruit to your diet today.
Should you Peel a Zucchini?
You‘ll get the most health benefits if you eat the colorful skin, which holds the healthy carotenoids. Zucchini skin is soft, thin, and perfectly edible, so don’t peel it off.
My Favorite Zucchini Bread Recipe (Tried and True!)
4.20 from 5 votes
My favorite zucchini bread recipe is a sweet and savory, full of flavor, moist bread! Slice a piece of heaven and enjoy this delicious quick bread with your family and friends.
This Chocolate Zucchini Cake is a deep, dark chocolate cake that is topped with light and fluffy chocolate whipped cream! With 3 cups of zucchini, it is incredibly moist and you won't even notice all the vegetables!
This Chocolate Zucchini Cake is a deep, dark chocolate cake that is topped with light and fluffy chocolate whipped cream! With 3 cups of zucchini, it is incredibly moist and you won't even notice all the vegetables!
Crispy Parmesan Fried Zucchini is made with savory parmesan and panko coated zucchini bites. They will quickly become a favorite for an easy and crowd-pleasing snack, appetizer or side dish!
Need something to do with all of that fresh zucchini in your garden? I highly recommend you try this simple recipe for homemade zucchini chips! Simple to make and baked in the oven, these are a light, fun snack!
Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting
4.75 from 4 votes
Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting are moist and perfect chocolate cupcakes with two cups of zucchini hidden inside! Topped with chocolate cream cheese frosting these are the best chocolate cupcakes I have had!
Buttery Garlic Herb Chicken with Zucchini is a easy 30 minute meal that has tender and juicy chicken cooked in a buttery garlic herb sauce with zucchini. This dish is cooked with fresh herbs and is incredible!
Alyssa Rivers is the author of 'The Tried and True Cookbook', a professional food photographer and experienced recipe-developer. Having a passion for cooking, her tried and true recipes have been featured on Good Morning America, Today Food, Buzzfeed and more.
