Looking for zucchini recipes

tinkermommc

My zucchini plant has gone crazy! I've gotten 8 zucchinis off it already and it's the beginning of July. I gave some away but as I'm trying really hard not to make a zucchini cake, I need some ideas. We grilled some but I was the only one that really liked it. So what's your favorite way to use up zucchini? Thanks!!

elm2008

i LOVE grilled zucchini. I could eat it all day.

zucchini pasta - either make strips with a peeler or grate.
zucchini fritters - grated with pepper, onion, egg
zucchini fries - cut thin and sprinkle with oil and cheese
zucchini pizza - cut in half, scrap out insides
lasagna using zucchini as noodles
zucchini chips
zucchini dip
zucchini brownies (never tried it)

bemott

Lucky you. I can't grow it anymore because of darn squash vine borers. I love Zucchini and there are TONS of awesome low cal recipes out there. He's a good one:
http://www.skinnytaste.com/2012/07/sausage-stuffed-zucchini-boats.html

kikiboniki

I like making pasta out of zucchini! you can use a spiral slicer to make angel hair out of it, or a veggie peeler to make thicker noodles. I LOVE zucchini. its my favorite!

DragonflyF15

Haven't tried it, but came across this recipe this morning: http://www.eatcleandiet.com/the_kitchen_table/recipe/recipe.aspx?id=2275 Zucchini is one of my favorite summer veggies!

CMB1979

Zucchini - Flax Seed bread or the like.

http://www.myrecipes.com/recipe/zucchini-pecan-flaxseed-bread-10000001054875/

Just leave out the sugar (or substitute).

tinkermommc

Yum! Thanks for all the recipes so far!! It all sounds so delicious! Now I'm excited to see how many zucchini this plant can produce!!

elm2008

I like making pasta out of zucchini! you can use a spiral slicer to make angel hair out of it, or a veggie peeler to make thicker noodles. I LOVE zucchini. its my favorite!

do you happen to know where i can get one of those spiral slicers in stores?

kikiboniki

I like making pasta out of zucchini! you can use a spiral slicer to make angel hair out of it, or a veggie peeler to make thicker noodles. I LOVE zucchini. its my favorite!

do you happen to know where i can get one of those spiral slicers in stores?

mine came from my roommate. I think she bought it online. but you could try bed bath beyond.. they have tons of kitchen gadget. I remember the box it came in had chinese characters.. so maybe an asian store?

palmerig88

Does your family like spicy food? I liked it cooked years ago in the oven with some cayenne pepper but you cant use a lot its very potent. I love roasted veggies, especially asparagus. You could try to find some recipes for roasting it?

underthecherrytree

Zucchini pizza bites! I am actually having it for dinner tomorrow!

Calories: 124.8 • Fat: 5.7 g • Protein: 8.2 g • Carb: 10.4 g • Fiber: 3.0 g

Ingredients:

4 slices large zucchini 1/4" thick (or 1 medium zucchini cut on diagnal)
Spray olive oil (I used my Misto)
2 tbsp pizza sauce
1/4 cup part skim mozzarella
salt and pepper


Directions:

Cut zucchini about 1/4 inch thick. Spray both side lightly with oil and season with salt and pepper. Broil or grill for about 2 minute on each side. Top with sauce and cheese and broil for an additional minute or two. (Careful not to burn cheese)

CeCe_oceansoul_420

One of my favorite things to do with zucchini is slice it or dice it, and toss it with squash, onion, tomatoes, mushrooms, and turkey kielbasa or chicken sausage, add some olive oil, garlic, salt and pepper, and cook it in the oven at 400 degrees for about a half hour, stirring once or twice. It is soooooooooo good. And healthy!

EndlessSacrifice

You could make oven baked zucchini sticks with dill-ranch dip.

To make the zucchini sticks, first preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Next, slice two zucchinis length wise, and then slice both halves in half horizontally. Then, quarter each quarter vertically to make sticks. Next, get two medium sized shallow bowls. Fill one bowl with three beaten egg whites. Fill the other bowl with a half of a cup of flour, three tablespoons of corn meal, salt, and pepper. Dip each stick in the egg whites, and then completely covered them in the flour and cornmeal mixture. Place the uncooked zucchini sticks on a baking sheet, and bake them for 15 minutes.

To make the dill-ranch dip, get a medium-sized mixing bowl. Combine half of an 8oz container of light sour cream, a tablespoon of dried dill weed, a half of a tablespoon of seasoned salt, a teaspoon of onion powder, and a teaspoon of pepper.

Enjoy!

Keiko385

http://onceamonthmom.com/turkey-zucchini-burgers/

made several batches last weekend to put in the freezer, really quite tasty. Just remember to squeeze out any excess water from the zucchini if its sits too long after grating it

Nutritional Information: Serving Size = 1 burger. Calories – 144, Total Fat – 1 g, Total Carbohyrdrates – 3.5 g, Protein – 27.6 g. Dietary Fiber – 0.5g WW Plus Points: 3

cramernh

I use zucchini in place of pasta. I make large ribbons out of it with a peeler (skin and all). Or, Ill take my titan tools and make faux noodles out of it.

I also use the ribbons for making lasagna as well.

tulip1949

I shred zucchini and saute with onions and garlic. After it is tender, drain off any extra liquid and melt some velvetta over it.
I don't know the calorie count but it is very low in carbs.
Shirley

SweetMegz04

If it's a large Zucchini try Stuffing it!

Cut the Zucchinin in half lengthwise.. then scoop out the center to make a hallow place for your stuffing.

Take what was scooped out and place it into a bowl- you will use it!

Brown up some Ground Turkey, Onions, Garlic and any seasonings you'd like.. Add some Diced Tomatoes and their Juice (canned)
You could do any kind of Canned Tomato Really.. Then add in the Scooped out Zucchini!

Mix all this together and then fill each side of the Zucchini- Bake for 40 mins or so covered with Foil.

You could also add some cooked Rice to the "stuffing mix"

purple_orchid

zucchini tots. they are amazing. there is a thread on here for them.

pgp90xer

You could make oven baked zucchini sticks with dill-ranch dip.

To make the zucchini sticks, first preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Next, slice two zucchinis length wise, and then slice both halves in half horizontally. Then, quarter each quarter vertically to make sticks. Next, get two medium sized shallow bowls. Fill one bowl with three beaten egg whites. Fill the other bowl with a half of a cup of flour, three tablespoons of corn meal, salt, and pepper. Dip each stick in the egg whites, and then completely covered them in the flour and cornmeal mixture. Place the uncooked zucchini sticks on a baking sheet, and bake them for 15 minutes.

To make the dill-ranch dip, get a medium-sized mixing bowl. Combine half of an 8oz container of light sour cream, a tablespoon of dried dill weed, a half of a tablespoon of seasoned salt, a teaspoon of onion powder, and a teaspoon of pepper.

Enjoy!

Thanks so much for this.... will try for sure.

tinkermommc

Yumm...Stuffed zucchini for dinner tonight and those zucchini sticks will be on the menu soon!!

rmandree

This is my daughter's favorite veggie. A staple in our house. I usually just saute them with olive or canola oil, onions, peppers and mushrooms. Sometimes I will sprinkle Mrs. Dash just to flavor it once in a while.

slimmergalpal

bump for later.

MrsWW57

I found this great recipe for Parmesan Zucchini Strips

1/3 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated
4 small zucchini, quartered lengthwise
1 egg, beaten (or egg substitute)

Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

In a large Ziploc bag, combine bread crumbs & cheese topping.

Dip zucchini strips into egg, then into crumb mixture in Ziploc bag. Shake bag until the zucchini is well-coated.

Place on baking sheet coated with nonstick cooking spray.

Bake at 450 degrees for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown & tender.

Serving Size: 1
Servings per recipe: 4
Calories: 84
Carbs: 9
Fat: 4
Protein: 6



I usually don't like zucchni other than in breads or cakes, but this is delicious! Even my three-year old grandson eats this without complaining.

Lizzym911

CALABACITAS
3 zucchini or other summer squash, cut in chunks
1 lg. tomato, chopped
1/2 onion diced
2 fresh green chili peppers (or more to taste), chopped-optional
1 clove garlic, chopped
1 (16 1/2 oz.) can whole kernel corn
olive oil
1/2 to 1/3 lb. Monterey Jack or Cheddar cheese, cut in chunks

Put squash, tomatoes, peppers and garlic into a pan,. cook until all ingredients are hot. Add corn and cheese. Put lid on pan and continue to heat until cheese is melted. Serve hot. Makes 4 to 6 servings.

bthumudo

I make this all the time and my daughter loves it:

1 large can/jar of drained mushroom bits & stems or sliced mushrooms
3 cups of zucchini sliced thin w/ skin
1 cup busquick
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
2 tbsp. fresh parsley chopped [or some dried]
1/2 tsp. salt
or 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
large dash pepper
1/2 cup oil [olive or vegetable]
4 eggs slightly beaten
dash garlic powder

Mix all together, put in greased pan [12x9x2]. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes until set. Can add pepperoni or sausage.

painauxraisin

This is an excellent topic as I have tons of courgettes and now, people are leaving them on my doorstep too!

painauxraisin

I like making pasta out of zucchini! you can use a spiral slicer to make angel hair out of it, or a veggie peeler to make thicker noodles. I LOVE zucchini. its my favorite!

do you happen to know where i can get one of those spiral slicers in stores?

mine came from my roommate. I think she bought it online. but you could try bed bath beyond.. they have tons of kitchen gadget. I remember the box it came in had chinese characters.. so maybe an asian store?

I got mine from Amazon.

painauxraisin

I make this all the time and my daughter loves it:

1 large can/jar of drained mushroom bits & stems or sliced mushrooms
3 cups of zucchini sliced thin w/ skin
1 cup busquick
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
2 tbsp. fresh parsley chopped [or some dried]
1/2 tsp. salt
or 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
large dash pepper
1/2 cup oil [olive or vegetable]
4 eggs slightly beaten
dash garlic powder

Mix all together, put in greased pan [12x9x2]. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes until set. Can add pepperoni or sausage.

Is w/ skin with or without????:happy:
What is busquick?

bthumudo

I make this all the time and my daughter loves it:

1 large can/jar of drained mushroom bits & stems or sliced mushrooms
3 cups of zucchini sliced thin w/ skin
1 cup busquick
1/2 cup finely chopped onion
1/2 cup parmesan cheese grated
2 tbsp. fresh parsley chopped [or some dried]
1/2 tsp. salt
or 1/2 tsp. seasoned salt
large dash pepper
1/2 cup oil [olive or vegetable]
4 eggs slightly beaten
dash garlic powder

Mix all together, put in greased pan [12x9x2]. Bake at 350 degrees for 35-40 minutes until set. Can add pepperoni or sausage.

Is w/ skin with or without????:happy:
What is busquick?

With skin and bisquick is like a baking powder usually used for pancakes.

mom2rpkp

I grate it and freeze it, then add a little to practically any recipe for an extra veggie boost, especially for the kids

1) Like another person who posted, I use it instead of pasta (I'm gluten-free). - Sliced alternating with a tiny bit of cheese, lowfat cottage cheese, healthy homemade red sauce to make lasagna...I don't have a spiral slicer so I just chop or grate it to use as a replacement for elbows or spaghetti

2) Add some to spaghetti sauce

3) Add a layer in a shepherd's pie

4) Add a little to the kids cupcakes, muffins, or cookies.

mom2rpkp

Forgot to mention, for a once in a while treat, I slide it, soak it in slightly salted water, then drain. I beat an egg. Then add spices to a little bit of instant mashed potatoes. Dredge the slices in egg then coat with instant mashed potatoes. Use nonstick spray on a pan and "fry" into a healthy version of the fried zucchini appetizers they serve in restaurants. Make a dip with NF sour cream or greek yogurt or LF cottage cheese mixed with a little red pepper flakes and/or garlic powder.

Most of the time, I try to just eat whole food and enjoy it the way it is, but having a few treats like this in my repertoire saves me when I'm feeling deprived.