15 Simple Zucchini Recipes!

These zucchini recipes are out of this world.  Zucchini was once a plain, bland veggie, but now it’s a staple for delicious foods like fritters and can even be made into pasta. Needless to say, zucchini recipes have had quite the glow-up. There are so many zucchini recipes that encompass a large variety of cuisines. They are so versatile! Plus, they are really easy to sneak into dishes for the picky eaters in your family. You have to try some of these zucchini recipes out. There’s everything from zoodles to cake: something for everyone!

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1. Chocolate Zucchini Cake

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This Chocolate Zucchini Cake by Kirsten Kaminski is not only vegan but so moist and rich on the inside that it might just become your new go-to chocolate cake! The added zucchini gives it more moisture than usual and the addition of vegan yogurt makes it extra soft! This Chocolate Zucchini Cake is a keeper!

2. Zucchini Vegan Egg Nests

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This recipe is a fun take on the “zucchini egg nest,” a popular recipe for paleo and keto lovers. Of course, this recipe for Zucchini Vegan Egg Nests by Hannah Sunderani doesn’t use a real egg – It’s a delicious zucchini vegan egg nest for the plant-based foodie.

3. Zucchini Muffins

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This recipe for Zucchini Muffins by Sara Oliveira is a winning, very light, delicious, and proof that you don’t need eggs to make irresistible muffins. If you want you can not use chocolate, but courgette and chocolate are inseparable friends, no one can resist them when they are together!

4. Zucchini Fritters

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Zucchini is a delightful summer squash that is both nutrient-dense and low in calories. It is a good source of potassium, vitamin C, and vitamin A, and is a low glycemic food. The zucchini adds such a nice taste and texture to the cakes, and pairs beautifully with the mustard, garlic, and chives. These Zucchini Fritters by Wendy Irene have a crispy outside and creamy center.

5. Fruitless Chocolate Zucchini Smoothie Bowl

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This rich and creamy Fruitless Chocolate Zucchini Smoothie Bowl by Kat Condon is made without any fruit, making it low in sugar but still high in protein and delicious chocolate flavor! Frozen bananas are included in almost all smoothies because they add sweetness and create a luxuriously creamy texture. But, sometimes you run out or want something a little less sweet. That’s where this Chocolate Zucchini Smoothie Bowl comes in! Made with zucchini, almond butter, plant-based milk, cocoa powder, and chocolate protein powder, it’s full of all the things it takes to keep your tummy happy and satisfied. Don’t forget the toppings, because the best part of a smoothie bowl is always the toppings!

6. Mushroom, Zucchini, and Pumpkin Seed Canapés

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Ever noticed the wonder on people’s faces as they hover over a tray of canapés? These stuffed mushrooms will not only be a hit for your guests but also provide them with quality food. These Mushroom, Zucchini, and Pumpkin Seed Canapés by Heather Thomas make a lovely appetizer or even a side dish!

7. Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread

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This particular recipe is a new whole-grain, gluten-free and vegan variation of some of my older muffin and quick bread recipes. This Chocolate Chip Zucchini Bread by Christina Bedetta has a deliciously sweet flavor from the maple syrup and just enough richness from the added chocolate. For the quick bread, squeeze some of the excess moisture out of the shredded zucchini with paper towels!

8. Zucchini Boats

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These delicious Zucchini Boats by Sarah Creighton come together in 20-30 minutes and are perfect for all diets: vegans, paleo, vegetarian, dairy-free, or omnivores.

9. Zucchini Lemon Cookies

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You would not believe that these delicious cookies have zucchini but they do! You have to try these Zucchini Lemon Cookies by Sara Oliveira!

10. Zucchini Artichoke Panzanella

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Take some bread, some delicious ripe tomatoes, and zucchini, and whip up this amazing Zucchini Artichoke Panzanella by Helyn Dunn! It’s not only a light meal, but it makes a great appetizer, as well. You can use either white bread or whole wheat for this recipe.

11. Creamy Zucchini Bread Oatmeal

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A creamy and comforting bowl of oatmeal, mixed with grated zucchini. This Creamy Zucchini Bread Oatmeal by Caroline Doucet tastes like zucchini bread in a bowl. Serve with chopped walnuts, raisins, or other toppings of choice. Zucchini oatmeal is made just like any other plain oatmeal. You just add the zucchini along with the oats, milk, chia seeds, dates, and spices to a saucepan. Let it all boil, then simmer until thick and creamy. It takes less than 10 minutes. So delicious and cozy––you’ll love this bowl of oats!

12. Zucchini Spaghetti With Tomato Cream Sauce

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A perfect fresh pasta dish, this Zucchini Spaghetti With Tomato Cream Sauce by Kristina Humphreys is gluten-free, and raw vegan yet full of flavor and savory spices & herbs. It is light on digestion and will leave you feeling energetic. Vibrant tomatoes, fresh homegrown herbs, and zucchini make all the difference when it comes to the quality of flavor and texture. This raw spaghetti is so fresh it’s packed with living nutrients and is high in vitamins and minerals, which makes it much more nutritionally dense than regular pasta. You can even incorporate these ingredients into regular noodles for a closer match to a true pasta dish paired with this flavorful, fresh sauce.

13. Raw Chocolate Zucchini Bread

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This recipe is quick and easy, not to mention that they taste like dessert! This Raw Chocolate Zucchini Bread by Angie Li is the perfect snack to take on the go!

14. Round Zucchini Stuffed With Buckwheat and Lentils

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This dish is a tasty version of a traditional dish, which is very nutritious and high in protein! Instead of rice, this recipe uses buckwheat and extra lentils! You have to try this Round Zucchini Stuffed With Buckwheat and Lentils by Lenia Patsi!

15. Zucchini Cream, Dried Zucchini Flowers, and Rice Stracchino

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This delicious and delicate dish will impress anyone you choose to share it with! You will love this Zucchini Cream, Dried Zucchini Flowers, and Rice Stracchino by Valentina Chiappa!

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