Zucchini, the unsung hero of your backyard garden, is about to take center stage in your kitchen. Whether you're in the mood for baking with zucchini, making a hearty zucchini pasta for dinner, or frying cheesy fritters for a party snack, these 21 zucchini recipes will inspire you to try something new.
Creamy Zucchini Mushroom Pasta
This One-Pot Zucchini and Mushroom Pasta is everything you crave – creamy, satisfying, and easy to make. Just toss in your favorite pasta, fresh zucchini, and juicy mushrooms, all in one pot, and let the magic happen!
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Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread
This zucchini chocolate chip bread is super simple to whip up! Packed with chocolate chips and shredded zucchini, it’s a deliciously moist treat that you’ll love. Perfect for breakfast or a snack, it’s a great way to sneak in some veggies!
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Creamy Zucchini Risotto
Creamy Zucchini Risotto is packed with flavor and super simple to whip up. This dish makes a great main course or side, featuring fresh veggies that really shine.
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Sourdough Zucchini Bread
My Sourdough Zucchini Bread is my favorite quick bread for summer! It’s super easy to make and a fantastic way to use up any sourdough starter you have. If you grow zucchini, you know how quickly it can pile up, and this recipe is perfect for those moments!
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Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
You’ve got to try these Chocolate Zucchini Muffins—they're seriously some of the best! They're soft, fluffy, and loaded with dark chocolate chips, plus you can mix everything in just one bowl for easy cleanup.
Get the recipe: Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
Zucchini Parmesan Crisps
These Zucchini Parmesan Crisps are a tasty and healthy snack that perfectly blends the fresh flavor of zucchini with the richness of Parmesan cheese. They make a great crunchy topping for salads and soups or a satisfying snack on their own!
Get the recipe: Zucchini Parmesan Crisps
Minestrone Soup with Alphabets
Whip up a tasty Minestrone Soup in about half an hour! Packed with flavor from tomatoes, Italian herbs, zucchini, and chickpeas, this dish is a winner. Toss in some Alphabet pasta for a fun and speedy meal that the kids will love!
Get the recipe: Minestrone Soup with Alphabets
Pickled Zucchini
Pickled Zucchini is a super easy condiment that adds a tasty kick to all kinds of dishes. This recipe shows you how to make your own pickles at home, which is perfect for using up that summer zucchini. With a nice balance of vinegar, sugar, and spices, you’ll end up with a mildly spicy, slightly sweet pickle that’s versatile and delicious!
Get the recipe: Pickled Zucchini
Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini is a fun and filling dinner that everyone will enjoy. This dish gives a healthy twist to your usual enchiladas, making it a tasty option for the whole family!
Get the recipe: Enchilada Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Creamy Zucchini Soup
This zucchini soup is a cozy bowl of goodness that’s totally plant-based and bursting with the fresh flavors of summer squash and creamy cashews. It’s quick to whip up and makes for a nutritious meal that’s perfect for any day.
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Lemon Zucchini Bread
You’ll love this lemon zucchini bread, which combines tangy lemon with fresh zucchini for a delicious loaf. Topped with a light and creamy glaze, it’s the perfect way to use up that summer zucchini!
Get the recipe: Lemon Zucchini Bread
Easy Skillet Lasagna with Cottage Cheese
If you love lasagna but want to skip the hassle, this easy skillet version with cottage cheese is for you. It cuts out all the complicated steps while still delivering a delicious one-pan meal that’s perfect for busy weeknights—cleanup is a breeze!
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Crispy Baked Zucchini Chips
For a healthy snack, you can’t beat these Baked Zucchini Chips! They’re crispy, golden, and super easy to make, whether you enjoy them on their own or with your favorite dip.
Get the recipe: Crispy Baked Zucchini Chips
Zucchini Tomato Mozzarella Bake
Check out this tasty zucchini, tomato, and mozzarella bake—it's super simple and perfect for a fast weeknight meal or a relaxed weekend lunch. Using fresh ingredients, it’s a fantastic way to use up any leftover zucchini and tomatoes you might have lying around!
Get the recipe: Zucchini Tomato Mozzarella Bake
Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
Air Fryer Zucchini Fries are a fantastic way to enjoy a crispy side without all the extra oil. With just a few ingredients and plenty of crunch, these fries are bound to be a hit!
Get the recipe: Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
One Pot Udon and Zucchini Noodle Curry Bowls
Featuring soft udon noodles and fresh zucchini noodles (no fancy tools required!), this quick meal is bursting with flavor from a homemade curry sauce that’s sure to satisfy. These tasty udon and zucchini noodle curry bowls are perfect for Meatless Monday or whenever you're craving something light and delicious.
Get the recipe: Zucchini Noodle Curry Bowls
Chocolate Zucchini Cake With Cream Cheese Frosting
This Chocolate Zucchini Cake is incredibly rich and delicious, and no one will guess it has veggies in it! It’s a moist and dense chocolate treat topped with a thick layer of homemade chocolate cream cheese frosting that’s pure bliss.
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Grilled Zucchini and Corn Tacos
Get ready for the ultimate zucchini tacos, featuring grilled corn, zucchini, tempeh taco meat, and black beans, all drizzled with a creamy avocado dressing. Crispy toasted tortillas filled with tempeh and perfectly roasted corn come together for a delicious bite, with zesty avocado dressing and a kick of jalapeños on top.
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Corn and Zucchini Galette with Whipped Feta
This savory corn galette makes for a fantastic appetizer or a light meal. It’s filled with creamy garlic whipped feta, sweet corn, and fresh zucchini, all wrapped in a crispy, buttery crust—so simple and vegetarian!
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Creamy Broccoli Zucchini Soup
This delicious broccoli zucchini soup is creamy and incredibly simple to prepare! It's a nutritious choice that’s dairy-free, vegan, and gluten-free, with the blended zucchini providing a wonderfully velvety texture you’re sure to appreciate.
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Cheesy Zucchini Corn Fritters
If you’re in the mood for a dish that brings together the best of summer—zucchini and corn—these fritters are just what you need. They’re cheesy, crispy, and super easy to whip up in no time. Perfect for a weekend brunch, as a tasty appetizer, or paired with a salad for a laid-back weeknight dinner!
Get the recipe: Cheesy Zucchini Corn Fritters
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