There probably is no better versatile ingredient than a zucchini. Not only is it super healthy but the courgette is delicious and there are so many recipes to prove it. Our readers can agree and that’s why they’ve been coming back to these tasty dishes time and time again. Read on for our most popular zucchini recipes ever.
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Grilled Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Contrary to popular belief, zucchini (along with tomatoes) is a fruit. These grilled stuffed zucchini boats with roasted cherry tomatoes are not only healthy, but they are also visually gorgeous dishes that have a hearty yet summery and fall vibe. This is one vegan recipe you need right now.
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Baked Carrot and Zucchini Latkes
A healthier twist on a Hannukah classic, potatoes are simply swapped with carrots and zucchini in this baked latke dish. Three medium zucchinis coarsely grated are added to the carrots and baked to perfection at 40 minutes for a tasty crispy, golden bite. Serve hot from the oven with a side of sour cream and chives, or apple sauce.
Zucchini Noodles With Spinach Pesto
If you’re on a time crunch, try this vegan spinach pesto recipe, where the zucchini is the star of the show. It’s so easy that it can be cooked in 10 minutes. Peel the zucchini or use a veggie spiralizer to create the noodles, combine with the sauce, and voila!
Oven-baked Zucchini and Corn Fritters
There’s no such thing as having too much zucchini and this recipe encapsulates that. This recipe combines two greatest hits and uses the oven to bake crispy vegetable fritters without all the hassle of deep frying. It can be the perfect meal on its own or as a fabulous side dish. It can easily be made during any season, so it’ll be a repeat meal all year long.
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Vegan Zucchini Ramen Noodle Soup
If you’re always craving ramen like us, this 20-minute one is a veggie-based comfort food that is full of flavour, packed with protein, low carb and delicious. Instead of traditional noodles, zucchini noodles are used in this version of a Japanese classic.
Vegan Corn Zucchini Fritters with Jalapeno Cream
Zucchini steals the spotlight in this other corn and zucchini fritter recipe. The key is to strain the shredded zucchini and squeeze the excess water out with your hands. Pair this with a tangy, spicy jalapeno cream sauce for a dance party in your mouth.
Mini Zucchini Pizzas With Pepperoni
If you put pepperoni and melted cheese on something, you’ve got a very high chance that it’s going to taste good. These baked zucchini bites are a fun and healthier alternative to pizza that takes about 20 minutes to prep, and 15 minutes to cook and will surely be gobbled up in seconds.
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