Zucchini is one of the few vegetables that seems to grow well nearly everywhere in Wyoming. Perhaps the most well known of the summer squash, zucchini is a versatile veggie that works in recipes spanning from breakfast to dinner and in between.
If your garden has an abundance of zucchini, or you’ve been gifted some , make the most of it with these 10 ideas for using zucchini.
- Zucchini fries- Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, zucchini fries offer a healthy alternative to traditionally fried potatoes. Try them as a snack or a side that goes well with burgers, grilled chicken, and so much more. Give our Baked Zucchini Fries recipe a try.
- Veggie pizza– Pizza is made for tasty toppings, like zucchini! Try sautéing it first, or add it raw. Our CNP Bread-in-a-Bag makes a great pizza dough and homemade pesto is the perfect sauce to pair with a zucchini-topped pizza. Looking for a simpler option? Try our quick Pesto Pizza and use zucchini instead of mushrooms!
- Sautéed- Sautéing is one of the fastest, easiest ways to enjoy zucchini and it can be customized to go with almost any meal by using spices. Try our Simple Sautéed Sumer Squash recipe.
- Veggies stuffed pitas– Bursting with herby vegetables and topped with cheese, this is a fast lunch or dinner option for busy days. Try it with zucchini and any other veggies you have on hand. Get the recipe here.
- Veggie quesadilla- Crisp, crunchy vegetables, zesty taco seasoning, and spicy salsa take quesadillas to a whole new level. Try our Veggie Quesadilla recipe with zucchini and veg out!
- Zucchini bread or muffins- Zucchini bread is a classic and is just so tasty for breakfast, snack, or even a sweet treat. Bake it into loaves or into muffins and sneak a little more zucchini into your day. Our recipe uses Master Mix, an all-purpose baking mix. Find the recipe here.
- Stuffed zucchini boats- Baked zucchini boasts work with so many fillings. Try it pizza-style, with pesto, or with rice. Our recipe uses a filling meat sauce and Italian seasoning for a tasty main dish.
- Vegetable pasta- Pasta is a great base for making a whole variety of different meals. Tossing in some veggies can be a tasty twist. We love the combo of zucchini with our creamy Basil Sauce.
- Zucchini fritters- Crispy, golden fritters with a smooth yogurt sauce are the perfect way to enjoy more veggies in your life.
- Zucchini tacos- Veggies are the perfect way to add more flavor and texture to tacos. Try cubed zucchini along with sautéed onions, garlic, spices, and fresh tomatoes for a robust taco dinner.
