It’s zucchini season! Time to get creative with your zucchini recipes!
Every summer, around mid-July, I find myself with a lot of zucchini and wonder if I've tried all the recipes.
I've made zucchini bread, fritters, zucchini casserole, and zucchini chips. But I always ask, “What else can I make with zucchini?''.
If you feel the same, don’t worry: zucchini can do it all! It tastes great in pasta, tacos, salads, and even chocolate cake!
You can grill it, bake it, sauté it, or eat it raw.
Best Zucchini Recipes
In the list below, you’ll find 55 of my favorite zucchini recipes for any meal.
From main dishes to sides, salads and desserts, these recipes will help you enjoy zucchini in new ways.
And if you have a favorite zucchini recipe, share it in the comments!
🥒 What is the best way to preserve Zucchini? Zucchini freezes beautifully. Also pickled zucchini is delicious.
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Zucchini Recipes for Breakfast
Chocolate Oatmeal Zucchini Muffins
5-Ingredient Egg Bites Recipe
Japanese Zucchini
Simple Vegan Chocolate Zucchini Bread (Seedless, Eggless, Dairy Free)
Zucchini Date Nut Bread - Cookrita
Easy Banana Zucchini Pancakes
Vegan Zucchini Muffins
Zucchini Strawberry Bread
Healthy Zucchini Fritters
Lemon Zucchini Cake (With Sweet Lemon Glaze)
Superhero Apple Zucchini Carrot Muffins
Savory Vegan Zucchini Muffins
Easy Zucchini Bread Recipe with Pineapple
Easy Zucchini Appetizers and Snacks
Baked Parmesan Zucchini Slices With Seasoning (No Breading)
Air Fryer Breaded Zucchini
Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries With Almond Flour (Low Carb Keto)
Buffalo Chicken Zucchini Boats (Air Fryer or Oven)
Roasted Zucchini Dip
Courgette Galette with Garlic Butter and Feta
Zucchini Baba Ganoush (Smokey Courgette Dip)
Zucchini Side Dish and Snack Recipes
Healthy Zucchini Fritters
Zucchini Corn Fritters
Mediterranean Orzo Salad with Grapes
Smoked Zucchini With Sliced Onions
Baked Zucchini and Squash
Mucver (Turkish Zucchini Fritters)
Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters
Parmesan Roasted Zucchini and Squash
Zucchini Dinner Recipes
Breaded Chicken Zucchini Patties With Rice (Crispy!)
Air Fryer Chicken and Vegetables
20-Minute Tender Chicken Zucchini Fritters
Stuffed Zucchini Boats (With Creamy Chicken)
Mexican Taco Zucchini Boats (With Ground Beef)
Air Fryer Ribeye Steak and Zucchini (Stir-Fry)
Garlic Chili Oil & Zucchini Instant Ramen Noodles
Mediterranean Zucchini Boats
Zucchini Flower Pasta, Risotto Style
Vegetarian Stuffed Zucchini Boats Recipe
Vegetarian Zucchini ‘Crab’ Cakes
Zucchini Scarpaccia: Easy Vegan Italian Tart
Zucchini Casserole Recipes
Zucchini Squash Casserole
Chicken Zucchini Casserole (With Ground Chicken)
Pasta Recipes with Zucchini
Zucchini Mushroom Pasta
Zucchini Lasagna Recipe
How to Make Nonna’s Pasta al Forno
Zucchini Mushroom Pasta
Spaghetti alla Nerano with Fried Zucchini
Soup Recipes with Zucchini
Vegetarian Minestrone Soup
Nonna’s Zucchini Potato Soup (Italian Recipe)
Butternut Squash-Zucchini Soup
Zucchini Soup
Easy Zucchini Recipes for Dessert
Zucchini Cake
Chocolate Zucchini Cake
Easiest Lemon Zucchini Cake With Sweet Lemon Glaze
Double Chocolate Zucchini Bread
Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting
How Do You Cook Zucchini Without Being Soggy?
To cook zucchini without getting soggy, the best tip is to use high heat and cook it quickly.
Here are some specific steps to achieve this:
🔥 Preheat your cooking surface: Whether you're using a skillet, grill, or oven, make sure it's preheated to a high temperature. This ensures that the zucchini cooks quickly and doesn't have time to release too much water.
🥒 Cut zucchini into uniform pieces: Slice the zucchini into even pieces, either rounds or sticks, to ensure they cook evenly.
🧂 Salt and drain (optional): If you have time, sprinkle the zucchini slices with salt and let them sit for about 15-30 minutes. This draws out excess moisture. Afterward, pat them dry with paper towels.
🧑🍳 Use high heat: Whether you're sautéing, grilling, or roasting, make sure to cook the zucchini on high heat. For sautéing, use a large skillet with a bit of oil and cook the zucchini in a single layer without overcrowding the pan.
👁️ Cook quickly: Zucchini cooks fast, usually in just a few minutes. Keep an eye on it and stir or flip it as needed to ensure it cooks evenly without getting mushy.
💡 Avoid overcooking: As soon as the zucchini is tender-crisp and has some golden-brown spots, remove it from the heat. Overcooking will lead to sogginess.
Zucchini Health Benefits
I'm sure you are wondering: Is zucchini healthy?
YES IT IS! Zucchini offers several health benefits:
- Low in Calories: Zucchini is low in calories, making it a great addition to a weight management diet.
- Rich in Nutrients: It provides vitamins A and C, potassium, and folate, which are important for overall health.
- High in Antioxidants: Zucchini contains antioxidants like lutein and zeaxanthin, which are good for eye health.
- Good for Digestion: Its high water and fiber content helps promote healthy digestion and prevent constipation.
- Heart Health: The potassium and fiber in zucchini can help maintain healthy blood pressure and cholesterol levels.
Want more in my post about zucchini health benefits here.
Zucchini Recipes: FAQs
NO - Zucchini does not need to be peeled before cooking. The skin is thin, tender, and edible, providing additional nutrients and fiber.
Peeling it is optional and mostly a matter of personal preference.
YES - you can freeze zucchini. Just cut it up, blanch it briefly, let it cool, then freeze the pieces on a baking sheet before storing them in a bag or container. Read more about how to store zucchini here.
YES - you can eat zucchini raw; it’s great sliced or grated in salads, wraps, or with hummus.
For baking, you don’t need to peel smaller zucchini with thin skins.
Zucchini can be cooked in several ways: sauté in a pan with oil, grill with a brush of oil, roast with olive oil and seasonings, steam until tender, or fry in batter until crispy.
YES - you can eat zucchini flowers! They are edible and often used in cooking. Zucchini flowers have a delicate, slightly sweet flavor and can be enjoyed in several ways.
They are commonly stuffed with cheese or other fillings, battered and fried, or added to salads and soups. Make sure to handle them gently, as they are quite delicate.
YES - there are many types of zucchini, from small, large, yellow and green, striped and many more. Read more about zucchini types in my zucchini guide here.
To achieve crispy zucchini fritters, make sure to drain excess moisture from the grated zucchini, add a binding agent like flour or breadcrumbs, and fry the fritters until they are golden brown and crunchy on the outside.
To fry zucchini without it getting mushy, slice fresh zucchini evenly, sprinkle with salt, and let it sit for 15-30 minutes before patting it dry.
Coat the slices lightly in flour or breadcrumbs, then fry in hot oil in small batches for 2-3 minutes on each side until crispy and golden brown, and drain on paper towels before serving.
To bring out zucchini's flavor, try seasoning it with salt, pepper, and herbs like basil or thyme.
Adding a splash of lemon juice or a sprinkle of cheese can also make it taste even better.
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Julia
these are my favorite zucchini recipes!