Zucchini, a variety of summer squash, is in high demand in both sweet and savory dishes. Zucchini is known for its mild flavor, high water content and versatility. Choose a zucchini that is firm, without any bruises or soft spots. Smaller zucchini (6-7 inches) tend to be more tender, more flavorful, with smaller seeds than larger zucchini. Store, unwashed, for 4-7 days in the crisper drawer of the refrigerator.
Are you swimming in a surplus of zucchini? Shred or grate it, then store it flat in a freezer-safe zip-top bag in the freezer. When you need it, thaw it in the refrigerator and squeeze out any excess water.
Want your produce to take center stage? Use a veggie vessel. Using vegetables as your base not only pumps up your daily produce intake, it also highlights how versatile vegetables can be. Our Italian Stuffed Zucchini Boats pack four different vegetables, tomato sauce and lean ground turkey or chicken for hearty variety.
Enjoy these Zucchini Chocolate Chip Muffins fresh out of the oven or pop them in the freezer for later! Shredded zucchini has a high water content, so it keeps breads and muffins moist and tender. No buttermilk? No problem. Add ¾ teaspoon vinegar or lemon juice to ¼ cup milk and let it sit for 5-10 minutes. The milk will start to thicken and you’ve just made buttermilk!
Shredded zucchini blends into rice seamlessly, so it’s the perfect way to use up extra zucchini or add veggie volume. We recommend serving our Zucchini Cilantro Rice as the base for a burrito bowl.
With just a few simple tips and creative recipe ideas, you can turn any amount of zucchini into something delicious and satisfying. Let this versatile veggie inspire your next meal and enjoy all the fresh, flavorful possibilities it brings to the table.
