Zucchini season is in full swing and I’m here to help you make the most of it. With More Than 20 Summer Zucchini Recipes, there will be everything you need. From dessert ideas, to brunch, breakfast, main course and salads. Take a look below before you head to the market for you fresh zucchini this week.
*Originally poasted July 21st, 2021. Updated to include new recipes, new photos and updated information.
What This Post Includes
- What is Zucchini
- 26 Zucchini Recipes
- More Recipes You Might Like To Try
What is Zucchini
- Zucchini is a summer squash vegetable that is also know as a courgette. Zucchini has a high water content and you can even eat the flowers of the zucchini.
- Although zucchini is technically considered a fruit, it is a has a savoury taste is often used in savoury dishes. That being said, zucchini goes great in Baked Goods and I’ll be sharing some of my recipes below.
Savoury Zucchini Dishes (Including main course, salads & side dishes)
There is no end to what you can add zucchini to when it comes to cooking. It is so versatile can can be used as part of a Main Course, Appetizer or Side Dish. A few of my favourites are the Creamy Chicken and Zucchini Casserole and my Marinated Grilled Zucchini.
Creamy Chicken and Zucchini Casserole
What could be a better comforting dish than this Creamy Chicken and Zucchini Casserole. Tender pieces of chicken, sauteed zucchini and a creamy cheese sauce topped with a herb bread crumb mixture and extra cheese. A great make ahead meal for busy weeknights!
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Creamy Stove Top Pork with Zucchini
Comfort food in July because sometimes you just need it. This Creamy Stove Top Pork & Zucchini is worth standing over the stove for, even in July. With tender pork loin chops topped off with a creamy & flavoursome sauce, it is sure to be a winner whatever the season.
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Sun Dried Tomato Skillet Pasta
This Sun Dried Tomato Skillet Pasta is a great mid week dinner the whole family will love. A fully loaded pasta dish with sauteed zucchini and peppers and the addition of sun dried tomato pest for a fantastic flavour.
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Gruyère Cheese and Zucchini Pasta
Why not use up some seasonal zucchini with this Gruyère Cheese and Zucchini Pasta dish. It’s got the comfort of a cool weather dish while being light and fresh all at the same time.
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Tomato & Zucchini Oven Baked Pasta
This Tomato & Zucchini Oven Baked Pasta is a great mid week comfort. Tender pasta noodles with sauteed zucchini in a rich tomato sauce and topped with fresh mozzarella cheese.Make in advance, pop it in the fridge and bake when ready.
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Roasted Squash & Zucchini Lasagna
I have the ultimate food for fall wrapped up with this Roasted Squash & Zucchini Lasagna. Layers of tender pasta noodles, bechamel sauce, sweet roasted squash and zucchini for the ultimate vegetarian comfort food.
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Roasted Zucchini & Cherry Tomato Lasagna
Why not try this Roasted Zucchini & Cherry Tomato Lasagna for something a little different. Layers of pasta smothered in a rich tomato sauce and filled with sweet roasted cherry tomatoes, zucchini and tangy capers.
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Potato Zucchini Bake
Make this Potato Zucchini Bake for your perfect side dish soon. Thinly sliced potatoes and zucchini nestled between a creamy Gouda and Parmesan cheese sauce. Then topped with Panko bread crumb topping for the perfect finish. A great side dish or even vegetarian main course.
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Fusilli Pasta Bake with Bacon & Zucchini
Sometimes you just need a great pasta dish. This Fusilli Pasta Bake with Bacon and Zucchini could be just what you're looking for. Tender pasta noodles wrapped up in a creamy Gouda cheese sauce with salty bacon, zucchini and red peppers. A dish you can made in advance, pop in the fridge and bake just before serving. A great mid week dinner for the whole family.
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Zucchini Pasta Salad with a Lemon Vinaigrette
A fresh and light addition to your spring pasta dishes. This Zucchini Pasta Salad in a Lemon Vinaigrette is filled with seasonal zucchini, sun dried tomatoes and fresh mozzarella. Then topped off with a tangy vinaigrette. Make it for your next lunch or side dish to a weekend barbecue.
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Parmesan Zucchini Crisps
These Parmesan Zucchini Crisps should go on your appetizer board. Thin cut zucchini slices dredged in a parmesan bread crumbs and baked to crispy perfection!
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Spiced Zucchini & Eggplant
Who loves quick and tasty side dishes. This Spiced Zucchini & Eggplant will be right up your street. Roasted with turmeric, fennel and cardamom pods for so much flavour that doesn’t disappoint.
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Marinated Grilled Zucchini
Fresh side dishes like this Marinated Grilled Zucchini are welcomed all summer long. Thick slices of zucchini marinated in an olive oil and a herb based seasoning. Easy to make and cooks in just 10 minutes.
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Parmesan Topped Zucchini
You can't beat a quick and tasty side dish. This Parmesan Topped Zucchini is prepped quick and then you just pop it in the oven until dinner time. Tender and soft zucchini roasted with garlic, olive oil, sea salt and fresh grated parmesan cheese.
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Lemon Herb Couscous Salad
This Lemon Herb Couscous Salad is a perfect salad to enjoy any time of year. Light an fluffy couscous with roasted vegetables, salty feta cheese, fresh herbs and a lemon vinaigrette.
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Sheet Pan Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables
These Sheet Pan Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables could be your easiest summer side dish, ever! Just throw some vegetables on a baking tray, add garlic, salt and olive oil and call it a day. Easy, fresh and tasty!
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Roasted Vegetable Chickpea Salad
Why not give this Roasted Vegetable Chickpea Salad a try now that the weather is warming up. A warm salad made with chickpeas and roasted vegetables all wrapped up with a minted lemon vinaigrette.
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Summer Grilled Mix Vegetables
It just wouldn't be summer without grilling some vegetables to go alongside you weekend barbecue. These Summer Grilled Mixed Vegetables are easy to make, healthy, full of flavour and a would make a great side to grilled chicken or fish. A must make for your next summer cookout.
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Zucchini Fritters
These Zucchini Fritters are a great way to sneak in all those nutrients without even knowing it. Made with grated zucchini, onion and oregano, these come together quickly and sure are tasty. They make a great side dish, snack or even lunch.
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Zucchini & Parmesan Frittata
Wake up to this Zucchini & Parmesan Frittata this weekend. Light and fluffy eggs filled with sharp Parmesan cheese and thinly sliced sauteed zucchini. This frittata is completely cooked on the stove top so there is no oven required to finish it off. Make it for your next weekend brunch.
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Sweet Zucchini Recipes
Zucchini is fantastic in so many Baked Goods. I love adding it to muffins like my Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins and the simple Vanilla Zucchini Muffins.
Vanilla Zucchini Muffins
With the abundance of fresh zucchini now, why not make these easy Vanilla Zucchini Muffins. With a sweet vanilla flavour and the moistness that zucchini brings, they are a sure fire hit. A great treat for anytime.
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Chocolate Zucchini Loaf Cake
The perfect Chocolate Zucchini Loaf Cake. Intense chocolate flavour bursting with melting chocolate chips with hidden zucchini to make it super moist. File in favourites!
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Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins
I have officially found my new favourite muffin! Yes, I do say that quite often about way too many foods, I know. But these Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins were fantastic and I am already itching to make them again. Don't take my word for it, give them a try!
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Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
The wonderful secret hidden ingredient of zucchini in a chocolate muffin. With zero zucchini taste, so even better! These Chocolate Zucchini Muffins are put together in a hurry and moist, chocolaty and delicious!
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Double Chocoalte Zucchini Muffins
Summer is still in full swing with all it’s fresh and wonderful produce. By using seasonal zucchini, you can make these deep and delicious Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins. A moist chocolate muffin loaded with hidden zucchini and bursting with chocolate.
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Zucchini Bread
This Easy and Delicious Zucchini Bread is moist, full of flavour and great with a cup of coffee or tea. Made with fresh grated zucchini, butter and a blend of spices to bring a great tasting loaf cake. Make it for your your next brunch or afternoon treat.
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Easy Recipes Using Cherry Tomatoes
This season we've had an abundance of ripe cherry tomatoes. So, here I've put together a collection of our best Easy Recipes Using Cherry Tomatoes that you might enjoy as well. Here you will find quick and easy Appetizers as well as cooked dinners using seasonal cherry tomatoes.
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Dinner Recipes for Spring
Spring is the prefect time to freshen up your dinner table and add some lighter meals to the mix. Take a look at these delicious Dinner Recipes for Spring including a few favourites like the Sheet Pan Lemon Herb Chicken and the Pasta Primavera with Asparagus and Peas.
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Broccoli Recipes For Dinner
Broccoli is versatile, easy to cook and nutritious which makes it a great addition to any weeknight dinner So, check out this great collection of Broccoli Recipes For Dinner. From pasta dishes and stir fry to risotto and more!
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More Than 20 Summer Zucchini Recipes
Zucchini season is in full swing and I'm here to help you make the most of it. With More Than 20 Summer Zucchini Recipes, there will be everything you need. From dessert ideas, to brunch, breakfast, main course and salads. Take a look below before you head to the market for you fresh zucchini this week.
Servings: 26 zucchini recipes
*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Notes
Find the links to all the recipes in the post next to the pictures.
Recipes included in this post are the following:
- Creamy Chicken and Zucchini Casserole
- Creamy Stovetop Pork with Zucchini
- Sun Dried Tomato Skillet Pasta
- Gruyere Cheese and Zucchini Pasta
- Tomato and Zucchini Oven Baked Pasta
- Roasted Squash and Zucchini Lasagna
- Roasted Zucchini and Cherry Tomato Lasagna
- Potato Zucchini Bake
- Fusilli Pasta with Bacon and Zucchini
- Zucchini Pasta Salad with a Lemon Vinaigrette
- Parmesan Zucchini crisps
- Spiced Zucchini and Eggplant
- Marinated Grilled Zucchini
- Parmesan Topped Zucchini
- Lemon Herb Couscous Salad
- Sheet Pan Roasted Mediterranean Vegetables
- Roasted Vegetable Chickpea Salad
- Summer Grilled Mixed Vegetables
- Zucchini Fritters
- Zucchini Parmesan Frittata
- Vanilla Zucchini Muffins
- Chocolate Zucchini Loaf Cake
- Chocolate Chip Zucchini Muffins
- Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
- Double Chocolate Zucchini Muffins
- Zucchini Bread
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Can you ccok some of the recipies in the Insaatant pot
Hi Chris, I’m sure many of these recipes can be adapted to an instant pot. However, none of the testing has been done on this site. Hope this helps.