Typically when we think of zucchini, we think of hearty stews, soups and casseroles. But believe it or not, zucchini is also delicious fresh in salads, baked goods, on pizza and even on the grill for a BBQ. So if you have an oversupply of this summer veggie, then here are some delicious ideas on how to use them up!
1. Miso Glazed Zucchini on the Grill
This Grilled Zucchini Recipe with Miso Glaze requires no special knife skills, is ready in 15 minutes, and will make eating your veggies an absolute delight.
Get the recipe: Miso Glazed Zucchini on the Grill
2. Vegan Zucchini Muffins
Quick and easy sweet Vegan Zucchini Bread Muffins. Ready in 40 minutes. Soy-free. Under 30 minutes bake time. Perfect for breakfast or snacks. Nutritious and delicious!
Get the recipe: Vegan Zucchini Bread Muffins
3. Vegan Chocolate Zucchini Bread
This moist, chocolatey zucchini bread is the perfect sweet snack which tastes like dessert but is made with vegetables! The zucchini is not only good for you but also helps to add moisture to the loaf. I love to enjoy this with a cup of tea or coffee for breakfast, but it also makes a great snack or better-for-you dessert.
Get the recipe: Vegan Chocolate Zucchini Bread
4. Roast Beetroot and Pumpkin Salad with Chickpeas
This Roast Beetroot and Pumpkin salad with chickpeas is a total crowd pleaser. Sweet butternut squash (pumpkin), with earthy sweet beets, combined with a tangy dressing and some vegan feta is a winning combination that everyone seems to love. I’ve served various versions of this over the years, at all kinds of parties and gatherings. And there is never ever any left over.
Get the recipe: Roast Beetroot and Pumpkin Salad with Chickpeas
5. Honey Balsamic Grilled Zucchini
The first time I made this Honey Balsamic Grilled Zucchini recipe at a family BBQ it was a huge hit! I created it on a whim because I had so many zucchini that I had to use up and they turned out perfect 🤩. I seasoned them and then grilled until perfectly tender. Finished them off with a drizzle of honey balsamic glaze, crumbled goat cheese, and a sprinkle of fresh herbs!
Get the recipe: Honey Balsamic Grilled Zucchini
6. Aussie Vegan Zucchini Slice
7. Air Fryer Zucchini Fries
8. Easy Peach Zucchini Bread
This easy moist peach zucchini bread is a perfect way to use up extra zucchini and peaches! The peaches add a juicy pop of flavor with hints of cinnamon, vanilla and brown sugar. Enjoy a slice warm with melted butter- it doesn’t get much better than that!
Get the recipe: Easy Peach Zucchini Bread
9. Zucchini Relish – Water Bath or Quick Canned
This Zucchini Relish is a favorite of everyone who tries it! I get requests for it often, and it’s a great way to use up all of the zucchini in your garden!
Get the recipe: Zucchini Relish – Water Bath or Quick Canned
10. Savory Zucchini Pancakes Recipe
Delicious, fresh and savory zucchini pancakes are a delight to make as a tasty side dish to any meal when zucchini season is upon us.
Get the recipe: Savory Zucchini Pancakes Recipe
11. Grilled Zucchini Roll Ups with Feta
Use your grill to prepare these easy but elegant Grilled Zucchini Roll Ups with Feta. Serve as a party appetizer, a vegetable side dish, or even a light summer meal.
Get the recipe: Grilled Zucchini Roll Ups with Feta
12. Grilled Vegetable Napoleon
This grilled vegetable Napoleon is a showstopper with vibrant, char-grilled layers of veggies like eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, portobello mushroom, and more. If you want a visually stunning and flavorful side dish, look no further. Served with aromatic basil pesto, it is stunning and flavorful.
Get the recipe: Grilled Vegetable Napoleon
13. Vegan Baked Zucchini Fritters
These baked zucchini fritters are the perfect way to use the bounty of summer squash available this season. Using a food processor, these vegan zucchini fritters come together in just 30 minutes and will yield a perfect light summer meal.
Get the recipe: Vegan Baked Zucchini Fritters
14. Pasta al Limone
Pasta al limone is a quick, tasty, and simple dish. In this vegan version, the pasta is enriched with zucchini (zoodles) and white beans – the healthy version of lemon spaghetti.
Get the recipe: Pasta al Limone
15. Zucchini Galette
This Zucchini Galette has a buttery, flaky, and cream cheesy crust filled with a blend of ricotta cheese, zucchini slices, and a pop of lemon. Plus, this galette is just as delicious warm from the oven or room temperature, making it the perfect make-ahead vegetarian brunch option!
Get the recipe: Zucchini Galette
16. Stuffed Squash Blossom and Zucchini White Pizza
In the height of summer when zucchini and squash are in abundance, we love finding new ways to enjoy them! This recipe for Stuffed Squash Blossom and Zucchini White Pizza has a delicious garlicky white pizza sauce with sliced zucchini and whipped ricotta blue cheese squash blossoms! If you are a zucchini and cheese fan, we know you will love it!
Get the recipe: Stuffed Squash Blossom and Zucchini White Pizza
17. Summer Zucchini Sticks
Zucchini sticks are now one of my favorite summer meals; soft, flavorful, and delicious on the inside and crispy and crunchy on the outside. A perfect culinary experience, if you ask me. Talk about a great recipe to make with all that extra zucchini we have growing in our garden. Even if you don’t have a garden, zucchini is readily available in most grocery stores and certainly in the many farm stands that are active this time of year.
Get the recipe: Summer Zucchini Sticks
18. Easy Zucchini Salad
Easy Zucchini Salad, a tasty Mediterranean Diet lunch, side, or dinner recipe that features healthy vegetables. Vegan option included.
Get the recipe: Easy Zucchini Salad
19. Vegan Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Arugula & Arugula-Balsamic Dressing
This easy and quick vegan Mediterranean pasta salad with arugula is ready in just 15 minutes and is perfect for a light lunch or dinner on hot summer days. Alongside arugula, we add fresh ingredients like tomatoes and zucchini to create a summery pasta salad with an Italian flair. Pine nuts, olives, and beans are also included. This pasta salad is made without mayo and features a delicious arugula-balsamic dressing.
Get the recipe: Vegan Mediterranean Pasta Salad with Arugula & Arugula-Balsamic Dressing
20. Zucchini Noodle Salad
Summer zucchini highlights this zucchini noodle salad recipe. For this summer salad, the zucchini is served raw in the salad with a zesty tahini dressing with an umami flare!
Get the recipe: Zucchini Noodle Salad
21. Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters
Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters are a quick and easy way to add vegetables to your dinner rotation. This flavor-packed recipe comes together in less than 30 minutes and is a delicious appetizer or side. Top with Greek yogurt, fresh basil, and roasted corn for extra flavor and texture!
Get the recipe: Healthy Corn and Zucchini Fritters
22. Grilled Zucchini and Yellow Squash
Super delish Grilled Zucchini and Yellow Squash for the win! – Perfectly charred zucchini, creamy feta, and zesty lemon. It’s the perfect balance of smokiness and freshness. Lip-smackingly good easy food that is unbelievably good. Give it a whirl this weekend!
Get the recipe: Grilled Zucchini and Yellow Squash
