Zucchini Season, Now What?!?

How to Tackle the Green Army in Your Garden.

The season of 'gardens coming to bare the fruits of our labor', is upon us! Zucchini season is here my friends, so now what!?

Grab your gardening gloves and prepare for the zucchini takeover!

Zucchinis, those sneaky green squash, have a way of multiplying faster than rabbits. Don't let them intimidate you.

Embrace the abundance. Zucchinis are like that friend who always brings too many snacks to a party - overwhelming but secretly appreciated. Celebrate their overabundance by experimenting with new recipes and sharing them with friends and neighbors.

Here is a list to get the idea wheels turning!

Enjoy!

1. Zucchini Fritters: Grate zucchini and mix it with eggs, flour, grated cheese, chopped herbs (like parsley or dill), and seasoning. Pan-fry the mixture in olive oil until crispy and golden brown. Serve as a savory appetizer or a side dish.

2. Stuffed Zucchini Boats: Cut zucchinis in half lengthwise and scoop out the seeds to create "boats." Fill the zucchini boats with a mixture of cooked ground meat (such as beef, turkey, or sausage), cooked rice, diced tomatoes, onions, garlic, and your favorite seasonings. Top with cheese and bake until tender.

3. Zucchini Noodles (Zoodles): Use a spiralizer or a vegetable peeler to create thin ribbons or noodle-like strips from zucchini. Saute' the zoodles in olive oil or boil them briefly, then serve with your favorite pasta sauce, pesto, or stir-fry.

4. Zucchini Soup: Make a creamy zucchini soup by sautéing chopped zucchini with onions and garlic until tender, then blending it with vegetable broth and adding cream or coconut milk for a rich and velvety texture. Season with herbs and spices to taste.

5. Zucchini Stir-Fry: Cut zucchini into thin slices or matchsticks and stir-fry them with other colorful vegetables like bell peppers, carrots, and broccoli. Add your choice of protein (such as tofu, chicken, shrimp, or beef) and season with soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil for a tasty stir-fry.

6. Zucchini Casserole: Layer sliced zucchini with marinara sauce, ricotta cheese, and mozzarella to create a delicious zucchini casserole. Bake until bubbly and golden brown.

7. Zucchini Muffins: Use grated zucchini to make moist and flavorful muffins. Combine it with flour, eggs, sugar, cinnamon, and other spices, then bake until golden.

8. Zucchini Chips: Slice zucchini thinly, toss them in olive oil, and bake in the oven until crispy. Season with salt or your favorite seasoning mix for a healthy and delicious snack.

9. Zucchini Salad: Make a refreshing salad with sliced or spiralized zucchini, cherry tomatoes, feta cheese, olives, and a light lemon vinaigrette dressing.

10. Zucchini Cake: Zucchini cake is a delicious and moist dessert that incorporates grated zucchini into a sweet cake batter. It's often spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg and can be topped with cream cheese frosting or a simple glaze. You can find the recipe here.

Whether you're baking scrumptious breads or crafting mouthwatering desserts, there's no limit to what this green wonder can do! Embrace the challenge, get those creative juices flowing, and watch as your kitchen becomes a playground for innovative and delicious zucchini creations. Enjoy!