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    Home » Food & Drink

    Published: May, 2024. Updated: May, 2024 by Iryna Bychkiv | This post may contain affiliate links. Read more here

    22 Delicious Recipes to Prove Zucchini is Not Your Average Veggie

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    Zucchini often gets overlooked in the vegetable lineup, but it’s time to give it the spotlight it deserves! With these 22 recipes, you’ll see zucchini in a whole new light, proving it’s anything but average.

    From crispy zucchini fries to savory zucchini noodles, there’s a recipe here to satisfy every craving. If you’re looking for a quick side dish or a main course that steals the show, these recipes will make you rethink what zucchini can do.

    Southwestern Stuffed Zucchini

    Southwestern Stuffed Zucchini on a plate. A close up view.
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    Southwestern Stuffed Zucchini! These zucchini boats are stuffed with vegetarian chorizo, black beans, corn, peppers, salsa verde, and melted cheese. A must stuffed zucchini recipe. Southwestern Stuffed Zucchini

    Salad with Baby Sweet Peppers and Zucchini

    Salad with Baby Sweet Peppers, Zucchini and Walnuts close up.
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    Simple, fast yet super flavorful, this delicious Georgian Salad with Baby Sweet Peppers and Zucchini will make a great potluck recipe or a side dish to your main meal. Can be made on a grill or in a skillet. Salad with Baby Sweet Peppers and Zucchini

    Baked Zucchini with Mozzarella and Tomatoes

    Baked Zucchini with Mozzarella and Tomatoes in a baking dish. Close up.
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    Baked Zucchini with Mozzarella and Tomatoes is a light and easy side dish and makes a perfect addition to your summer dinners. Baked Zucchini with Mozzarella and Tomatoes

    Zucchini Fritters with Pumpkin Puree

    Pumpkin and Zucchini Fritters close up.
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    These Pumpkin and Zucchini Fritters are super easy, ready in just 30 minutes, and perfect for autumn lunch or dinner. Your family will love these savory patties. Pumpkin and Zucchini Fritters

    Instant Pot Chicken Pasta with Zucchini and Squash

    Instant Pot Chicken Pasta with Zucchini and Squash in a pan.
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    This flavorful Instant Pot buttery lemon chicken pasta is well worth making. It’s a dish including pasta with zucchini and squash as well as chicken. The taste is both light and hearty and there are many ways to tweak the recipe, adding your own personal touches. This Instant Pot pasta dinner with chicken, zucchini, squash and parmesan will become a family favorite. Instant Pot buttery lemon chicken pasta

    Quinoa Patties with Zucchini and Feta

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    You'll love these Mediterranean Style Quinoa Patties with Zucchini and Feta Cheese. They are crispy, delicious and easy to make.
    Cook quinoa the night before or in the morning and finish the patties just before lunch or dinner and you'll have a complete meatless meal that is full of healthy goodness. Mediterranean Style Quinoa Patties with Zucchini and Feta

    Cheesy Potatoes and Zucchini Au Gratin

    Zucchini and potato gratin on a white plate.
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    Cheesy Potatoes and Zucchini Au Gratin is a simple recipe that requires little preparation and great rewards. Get the recipe for cheesy potatoes and zucchini au gratin here. It's an ultimate comfort food side dish for any occasion. Cheesy Potatoes and Zucchini Au Gratin

    Marinated Zucchini Ribbon Salad

    Marinated Zucchini Salad with raspberries close up.
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    Perfect for picnics, potlucks or as a quick side dish for any meal, this Marinated Zucchini Salad is easy, healthy and so good! Made with raw zucchini, a touch of garlic and a few more simple ingredients, this quick recipe will freshen up any meal. Marinated Zucchini Salad

    Green Borscht with Zucchini and Spinach

    Green Borscht with Spinach and a half of boiled egg in a bowl.
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    Such a delicious Green Borscht with Spinach. Classic Ukrainian recipe your whole family will enjoy. Ready to be served in 30 minutes. Green Borscht with Zucchini and Spinach.

    Alfredo Pasta with Zucchini

    Sun-Dried Tomato Alfredo Pasta close up.
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    Creamy, flavorful, a bit sweet and tart, this Alfredo Pasta With Zucchini will make a quick and easy dinner recipe that is perfect for busy weekdays, but is also delicious and satisfying for a Sunday family meal. Sun Dried Tomato Alfredo with Zucchini Spaghetti.

    Eggplant Zucchini Curry with Tofu

    Thai coconut curry in a pan.
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    This Thai Eggplant Red Curry is simple yet flavor packed meal perfect for meal prep or busy weeknights. Zucchini and tofu add richness and nutrients to this already healthy freezer-friendly dish. Made in one pot and ready in just 30 minutes. Eggplant Zucchini Curry.

    Soupe Au Pistou

    Soupe Au Pistou with some chopped dill in a plate.
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    This Soupe Au Pistou or Provencal Vegetable Soup is refreshing, healthy and delicious. Great for lunch or light dinner. Soupe Au Pistou.

    Beet and Zucchini Fritters

    Beet and Zucchini Pancakes.
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    Whatever you call these mini vegetable pancakes, there is no denial, - they taste great and always go fast. Beet and Zucchini Fritters.

    Bruschetta with Pesto and Zucchini

    Bruschetta on a plate.
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    Easy Bruschetta With Pesto And Sun-Dried Tomatoes features homemade basil Pesto, sautéed zucchini and delicious sun-dried tomatoes. If you're looking for a very best crowd-pleasing appetizer for birthday party, Thanksgiving or Christmas, you can count on this Basil Pesto Bruschetta to deliver. Easy to make and absolutely delicious! Bruschetta With Pesto And Zucchini.

    Stovetop Grilled Vegetable Panini

    Stovetop Grilled Vegetable Panini close up.
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    Loaded with flavorful Grilled Veggies, melty Mozzarella and smothered in grilled pepper tapenade, these easy Stovetop Grilled Vegetable Panini don't require panini maker. You can make them with just a grill pan and one easy trick. Stovetop Grilled Vegetable Panini.

    Zucchini Boats

    Three zucchini boats on a plate.
    Photo credit: Corrie Cooks

    Welcome to the wonderful world of Zucchini Boats! This simple, yet delicious recipe is a great way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet in a fun and creative way. Zucchini boats are hollowed-out zucchinis that you can stuff with a variety of ingredients. Zucchini Boats

    Zucchini Tofu Scramble 

    Zucchini Tofu Scramble with fried potatoes on a platter.
    Photo credit: Delish Knowledge

    Zucchini and Tofu Scramble! A healthy, cholesterol free breakfast option. If you haven’t tried tofu scramble before, you’re in for a treat! High protein and taste just a lot like eggs! Zucchini Tofu Scramble 

    Easy Mushroom Zucchini Pasta

    Mushroom zucchini pasta in a bowl.
    Photo credit: The Fiery Vegetarian

    This easy mushroom zucchini pasta makes for a tasty satisfying vegetarian midweek meal, and the simple sauce and vegetables come together in the time it takes to cook the pasta! Mushroom Zucchini Pasta

    Cajun Zucchini Sticks (Air Fryer Recipe)

    Cajun Zucchini Sticks close up.
    Photo credit: The Gracious Pantry

    Need a healthy snack that won’t ruin dinner but still hits the spot? These zucchini sticks could be the answer. And you get the added benefit of all that zucchini! Yay veggies!! Cajun Zucchini Sticks

    Zucchini alla Scapece

    Zucchini alla Scapece and a fork aside on a plate.
    Photo credit: Coley Cooks

    Zucchini alla Scapece is a simple, classic Italian recipe made with only 5 ingredients and takes just 30 minutes to make. Serve this easy zucchini dish on an antipasto platter or as a side with grilled meats and fish. Zucchini alla Scapece

    Cheesy Zucchini Bread

    Cheesy zucchini bread on a blue napkin.
    Photo credit: Running To The Kitchen

    This cheesy zucchini bread is hearty, savory and filled with pepper jack cheese. The perfect way to use up fresh summer zucchini! Cheesy Zucchini Bread.

    Indian Zucchini Curry

    Indian Zucchini Curry in a bow.
    Photo credit: Piping Pot Curry

    A healthy and delicious Zucchini curry made with tender summer squash cooked in Indian masala sauce. This easy vegan curry can be made in less than 30 minutes. Pair this zucchini (courgette) stir fry with roti or paratha for a delicious meal. Indian Zucchini Curry

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