I present today this list of 19 simple recipes with zucchini. Zucchini is a staple vegetable in my kitchen so I use it as an ingredient in many dishes. I would say I make zucchini in some form at least once a week. My absolute favorite way to make zucchini is sauteed in a skillet with oil, garlic, onions, and tomatoes.
I make zucchini differently depending on the time of year. I am not sure entirely why, especially since zucchini is carried in the grocery store year-round. However, I tend to cook the zucchini for the season. For example, in the spring and summer time I like to grilled the zucchini fresh from my garden or add it to a quick sauté for some nutrition.
In the fall and winter I tend to make heavier dishes with the zucchini. I will bread and fry the zucchini in oil for a comforting appetizer or use the fried zucchini in a parmigiana. I will also add the zucchini to pasta dishes to round out the recipes.
I guess my recipe selection throughout the year is based in tradition. My grandparents had a huge garden and would eat zucchini a lot during the growing season. My parents has a smaller garden and would instead buy zucchini year-round in the grocery store. So you could say my style is inherited from my family.
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1. Zucchini Fritters with Spelt Flour
Zucchini Fritters with Spelt Flour. Shredded zucchini mixed with eggs, grated cheese, and spelt flour and then pan-fried in olive oil.
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2. Gnocchi Aglio e Olio with Zucchini
Gnocchi Aglio e Olio with Zucchini. Zucchini sauteed with garlic and oil and combined with gnocchi and grated cheese.
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3. Zucchini Boats with Ground Turkey
Easy Zucchini Boats with Ground Turkey. Baked zucchini stuffed with ground turkey, onions, and tomatoes.
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4. Chicken Breast Black Beans Recipe with Zucchini and Salsa
Chicken Breast Black Beans Recipe. Chicken bites sauteed with zucchini and cooked down with black beans and salsa. A filling addition to this list of recipes with zucchini.
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5. Zucchini with Beans and Spinach
Zucchini with Beans and Spinach. Zucchini sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with onions, beans, diced tomatoes, and spinach.
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6. Pasta with Zucchini and Tomatoes
Pasta with Zucchini and Tomatoes. Zucchini and tomatoes sautéed with garlic and onions and mixed with pasta.
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7. Sautéed Squash and Zucchini Recipe
Sautéed Squash and Zucchini Recipe. This is a fantastic vegetarian option with a balance of fresh vegetables, protein, and whole grains.
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8. Ground Turkey and Zucchini
Ground Turkey and Zucchini. Ground turkey sautéed with garlic, onions, and diced tomatoes.
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9. Pork and Zucchini Recipe with Sweet Potatoes
Pork and Zucchini Recipe with Sweet Potatoes. Pork bites sauteed with garlic, onions, zucchini, and sweet potatoes.
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We are half-way through this list of 19 recipes with zucchini. As you can see, there are many ways to use zucchini in recipes. From healthy to savory this collection of recipes has you covered.
10. Chicken with Zucchini and Beans
Chicken with Zucchini and Beans. Boneless chicken pieces sautéed with garlic, zucchini, diced tomatoes, and cannellini beans.
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11. Zucchini with Beans and Sweet Potatoes
Zucchini with Beans and Sweet Potatoes. Zucchini sautéed with garlic, onions, tomatoes, and sweet potatoes and mixed with beans.
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12. Zucchini and Green Bean
Zucchini and Green Beans. Zucchini and green beans sautéed in oil and garlic and then simmered in diced tomatoes.
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13. Zucchini with Tomatoes and Garlic
Zucchini with Tomatoes and Garlic. Fresh zucchini sliced thin and sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with garlic, onions, and tomatoes.
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14. Baked BBQ Chicken with Zucchini
Baked BBQ chicken with Zucchini. Boneless chicken breasts covered with BBQ sauce and baked to perfection.
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15. Chicken Stir Fry with Zucchini
Chicken Stir Fry with Zucchini and Carrots. Boneless chicken breasts cut into bite sized pieces and sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with garlic, onions, zucchini, carrots, and stir fry sauce.
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16. Pasta with Peppers and Zucchini
Pasta with Peppers and Zucchini. Sautéed red bell peppers and zucchini in garlic and oil then mixed with penne. Another filling addition to this list of recipes with zucchini.
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17. Southwestern Shrimp with Zucchini
Southwestern Shrimp with zucchini. Shrimp seasoned with chili powder and pan seared with butter and lemon. Served with a side of sautéed zucchini.
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18. Honey Balsamic Zucchini
Honey Balsamic Zucchini. Fresh zucchini sliced thin and sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with garlic, honey, and balsamic vinegar.
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19. Sautéed Zucchini with Garlic
Sautéed Zucchini with Garlic. Zucchini sautéed in extra virgin olive oil with garlic. Delicious, quick, healthy, and the perfect side dish.
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