15 Zucchini Recipes to Eat for Dinner All Summer Long
Jul 20, 2017
Even if you have 100 go-to zucchini recipes, chances are that when summer comes around and your garden is exploding with summer squash, you’ll find yourself on the hunt for more ways to use it. It’s dirt cheap at the supermarket this time of year too, making it the ideal ingredient for economical, seasonal dining. These 15 new zucchini recipes will keep your love for summer squash going all season long.
Almond-Sesame Zucchini Noodles
Cool zucchini noodles are a pleasingly light option on hot summer nights. They’re tossed with quick pickled veggies and an almond sesame sauce in this recipe. (via Inspiralized)
Grilled Corn and Zucchini Salad With Shrimp
Pack in the nutrition with this meal of zucchini ribbons, grilled corn, and grilled shrimp. Then, top everything with a vibrant kale and pistachio pesto. (via Spices in my DNA)
Sausage Pineapple Kabobs With BBQ Sauce
Robust ingredients like sausage and pineapple sometimes need a little something to tame their power. Here, zucchini does just the trick, letting its mellow, juicy flavor balance out each kabob. (via Family Food on the Table)
Farro Salad With Kale and Grilled Summer Squash
The farro gives it a nutty bite, while grilled zucchini and crunchy apples add freshness. (via White Plate Blank Slate)
Provençal Summer Vegetable Soup
Soup isn’t just for cold weather. Whip out a bowl of this veggie soup, loaded with zucchini and pasta, on rainy summer nights for a bit of comfort. (via Kitschen Cat)
Zucchini Panzanella
Lightly toasted bread is tossed with summer vegetables like zucchini, snap peas, and arugula in this Italian salad recipe. A creamy ball of burrata is placed on top, lending a luxurious texture to each bite. (via Pop Kitchen)
Grilled Zucchini Tomato Risotto
Creamy risotto doesn’t have to be a heavy dish — here, tomato gives it plenty of flavor. Then, grilled zucchini adds a smokey flair. (via Vibrant Plate)
Zucchini Noodle Pho
Give pho a summery makeover by swapping rice noodles for zucchini noodles. Add in some basil, cilantro, and lime juice, and you’ve got a soup that’s bursting with big flavor. (via Jessi’s Kitchen)
Moroccan Stuffed Zucchini Boats
If you’re looking for a dinner party-worthy vegan entree, look no further. Hollowed-out zucchini halves stuffed with a Moroccan-inspired chickpea mixture make for a showy presentation. (via A Saucy Kitchen)
Zucchini Chorizo Frittata
Frittatas are a relatively hands-off meal, and a great way to add more veggies to your diet. This one’s filled with zucchini and chorizo; have it for dinner with some dry white wine or for brunch with a mimosa. (via The Iron You)
Roasted Zucchini and Tomatoes With Parmesan
Thinly sliced zucchini and tomatoes are roasted together in this recipe. A scattering of Parmesan cheese on top gives it a crispy crust that contrasts nicely with the softened roasted vegetables below. (via Eatwell 101)
Citrus Grilled Shrimp and Zoodles
Citrusy grilled shrimp marinated in a cilantro, lime, and orange vinaigrette just taste like summer. Add them to a bed of zucchini noodles so you get your veggies in too. (via Paleo Running Momma)
Cheesy Zucchini Gratin
When slathered in heavy cream and melted Gruyere, it’s hard not to love your garden’s most prolific vegetable. (via Damn Delicious)
Stuffed Round Zucchini
This round zucchini tastes just like the classic version, but adds some visual interest to your dinner table. Stuff it with a mixture of lentils, mushrooms, and carrots. (via Cilantro and Citronella)
Grilled Ratatouille Kebabs
You don’t have to turn on your stove or oven to get your fix of summery ratatouille. Instead, take to the grill, adding the classic ratatouille ingredients to skewers. (via The Fitchen)
