Wondering what to do with too much zucchini? This list of delicious zucchini recipes from around the Mediterranean has what you need!
Some of my favorites Zucchini recipes!
There are so many ways to cook zucchini that the list of zucchini recipes is practically endless, but I wanted to share 11 of my favorite zucchini recipes to help you get started.
Zucchini is a staple of the Mediterranean diet and for good reason. Its neutral flavor allows you to use it in both sweet and savory recipes, raw, cooked or baked. Some are common in the United States, like our Healthy Zucchini Bread, but others might be new to you, like my Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini recipe.
All I know is that around mid-July, gardens and markets are overflowing with zucchini, and if you’re one of the lucky ones who ended up with a little too much zucchini, this list of zucchini recipes will help you put them to good use!
Luckily, zucchini is a versatile ingredient that you can eat in a salad or sliced and dipped in your favorite dip. You can also cook zucchini in a variety of ways: simply sauteed in a pan with a little good olive oil, roasted with other vegetables, sliced and tossed with pasta, added to a pot of homemade vegetable soup, or made into boats to hold tomatoes and fresh herbs for a perfect summer appetizer!
Here are 11 of my favorite zucchini recipes to get you started!
Here are my favorite summer recipes for using zucchini
These delicious zucchini recipes are fan favorites on the site, as well as in my regular dinner rotation at home! They are delicious, healthy and simple to prepare. Discover them:
Zucchini Parmesan
If you’re looking for a top-notch vegetarian recipe that’s low in carbs and also checks the comfort food box, then you’re in for a treat. It’s hearty enough that I can eat it on its own, but you can also pair it with a quinoa salad for extra plant-based protein.
Zucchini Fritters
These crispy zucchini fritters made with dill, mint, and spring onions are a classic Mediterranean recipe that I love to pair with tzatziki for a quick and easy lunch, end-of-day snack, or just a simple side dish.
Zucchini quiche
Yes, you can eat zucchini for breakfast! Why not? It’s filling, healthy, and you can eat a serving or two of veggies before you even really start your day. This is a crustless quiche recipe, so it’s a great option for your gluten-free friends and family.
Healthy Zucchini Bread
When it comes to cooking the Mediterranean way, we’re always looking for ways to make our favorite dishes a little better for you. In this Greek zucchini bread recipe, we use olive oil and nuts for healthy fats, and spice them up with just a touch of cinnamon and cloves. Greek yogurt adds both moisture and protein.
Grilled stuffed zucchini Boats
I made this recipe on Live with Kelly and Mark, and they LOVED it. I know you will too. It’s so simple and only takes about 20 minutes. You’ll love the Mediterranean vibe of the tomato, feta cheese and lots of fresh herbs.
Aluminum shrimp packets
This zucchini recipe is a true celebration of summer! It’s light, fresh, seasoned with lemon, garlic and smoked paprika. Zucchini, peppers and onions combine with shrimp for an easy dinner on the grill!
Middle Eastern Stuffed Zucchini
In this Middle Eastern-style recipe, hollowed-out zucchini serves as the vessel for a spicy mixture of rice and ground beef. And don’t worry, we don’t waste the zucchini flesh! It is cooked at the same time as the stuffed zucchini.
Zucchini and carrot ribbon salad
Ribbon salads are easy to make and they look so pretty on the table. This one is super simple with less than 10 ingredients, including salt and pepper! The white beans give it a little more weight, but it’s the perfect addition to a light summer dinner of grilled trout or salmon. Make sure to use small zucchini so you have uniform ribbons.
Borani Kadoo (roasted zucchini and tomatoes with garlic yogurt)
Refreshing Greek yogurt is the base for this summer favorite, where it’s topped with a seasoned mixture of zucchini, tomatoes and onions. Serve with pita as a light vegetarian main dish, or start a meal with it as a seasonal appetizer.
Vegetarian moussaka
This roasted vegetable moussaka made with eggplant, potatoes, zucchini and a chunky tomato-lentil sauce is my vegetarian version of traditional Greek moussaka. Hearty, superbly delicious and packed with nutrients. Even meat lovers won’t miss meat!
Spanish pisto (vegetable stew)
This Spanish recipe is an absolute celebration of summer. It’s filled with peppers, zucchini, tomatoes and eggplant, then seasoned simply with sweet paprika, cumin, vinegar, salt, pepper and fresh parsley. Think of it as the Spanish version of ratatouille.
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