17 Flavorful Ways with Zucchini

Serve these fresh zucchini recipes as a savory side dish or in the main course.

Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Zucchini-and-Spinach Lasagna

Pack your farmers' market favorites in this vegetarian lasagna. Fresh basil, zucchini, and spinach are baked with both ricotta and flavored cream cheese for a hearty casserole. No-boil lasagna noodles will help you get this dish on the table in no time!

Zucchini-Potato Soup

Zucchini-Potato Soup

Inpspired by the classic potato-and-leek vichyssoise (vish-ee-SWAHZ), we added zucchini and gave this recipe a delicious Southern twist with a sprinkling of crisp, crumbled bacon.

Zucchini With Citrus-Herb Dressing Recipe

Zucchini With Citrus-Herb Dressing

For an extra touch of flavor, top this dish with long Parmesan cheese curls created using a vegetable peeler.

Corn-and-Zucchini Queso Chowder

Photo: Iain Bagwell

Corn-and-Zucchini Queso Chowder

Try this filling chowder for your next dinner party. Colorful corn and zucchini, crispy bacon, and creamy cheese make for a great presentation and a delicious meal.

Fettucine with Zucchini and Pecans

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Fettucine with Zucchini and Pecans

Pecans aren't just for dessert. Try them toasted in this Italian-inspired fettucine with fresh basil and Asiago cheese.

Zucchini-Onion Frittata Recipe

Zucchini-Onion Frittata

Whip up this easy zucchini dish for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

Zucchini Ribbons with Feta and Mint Recipe

Zucchini Ribbons with Feta and Mint

Inspired by the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean, this salad is simple and flavorful with crunchy zucchini, savory feta, mint, and splash of lemon.

Watercress Canapés

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Watercress Canapés

Create color with cucumbers, yellow squash, candy-cane beets, salmon caviar, zucchini, herbs, radishes, sprouts, and other fresh finds.

Fresh Squash Chips

Fresh Squash Chips

Use boiled zucchini and squash slices as nutritious dippers in place of higher fat chips and crackers. We like to dip them in cool, flavorful Fiesta Dip.

Chicken Thighs with Chunky Tomato Sauce

Chicken Thighs with Chunky Tomato Sauce

Chicken thighs are economical and easily take on the flavor of seasoning blends or marinades. Purchase them with the bone in to save even more money at the checkout. If you have little ones, chop the zucchini and onion in Chicken Thighs with Chunky Tomato Sauce into smaller pieces; they will never know the difference. Serving the chicken over mashed potatoes makes this one-dish recipe hearty and filling. This simple and delicious dish delivers comfort food fast.

Healthy Food Recipe: Summer Vegetable Kabobs

Summer Vegetable Kabobs

Deliver a colorful treat from the grill with marinated veggie kabobs. Serve veggies with grilled chicken and wild rice, or toss into pasta with basil and Parmesan cheese.

Grilled Chicken and Garden Salsa

Photo: Iain Bagwell

Grilled Chicken and Garden Salsa

Ready in 30 Minutes
Save time by buying pre-chopped veggies. Wrap them in foil, and grill as directed.

Roasted Vegetable Pizza

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Roasted Vegetable Pizza

If you're craving a loaded-out pizza, give this veggie pizza a try! A whole wheat crust topped with roasted sweet potatoes and other colorful veggies ups the good-for-you-factor without skimping on flavor.

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Squash Medley

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Grilled Pork Tenderloin with Squash Medley

In under an hour you can grill a delicious pork tenderloin flavored with honey, Dijon mustard, and thyme, with a squash medley on the side.

Spicy Glazed Shrimp and Vegetable Kabobs

Photo: Beth Dreiling Hontzas

Spicy Glazed Shrimp and Vegetable Kabobs

The sweet and tangy shrimp and seasoned vegetables are a complete meal on a stick. The Caribbean jerk seasoning gives these kabobs a special, spicy flair.

Summer Squash Casserole

Photo: Laurey W. Glenn

Summer Squash Casserole

This rich and creamy casserole is a great way to get the whole family to eat the squash from your vegetable garden. A topping of herb-seasoned stuffing drizzled with melted butter adds a luscious finish to each bite.

Baked Chicken Risotto

Photo: Jennifer Davick

Baked Chicken Risotto

Opt for risotto instead of pasta tonight. Whip up this easy Baked Chicken Risotto with artichoke hearts, zucchini, and Parmesan cheese.

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