Summer squash, often mistaken for a vegetable, is actually a fruit. As a member of the Cucurbitaceae family, it shares a lineage with cucumbers, pumpkins, and watermelons. More specifically, the yellow summer squash and green zucchini are both varieties of Cucurbita pepo.
Zucchini is a versatile fruit that can be used in a variety of dishes and preparations, from raw and shaved in salads to breaded and pan-fried. If you are looking for a way to use up your summer squash harvest, look no further than these 20 zucchini recipes.
**Zucchini Appetizers**
1. **Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Dill**
2. **Zucchini Caprese Skewers**
3. **Zucchini Hummus**
4. **Crispy Zucchini Fries**
**Main Course Zucchini Recipes**
5. **Sheet Pan Chicken and Zucchini**
6. **Zucchini Pasta with Lemon and Parmesan**
7. **Zucchini Lasagna**
8. **Stuffed Zucchini Boats with Ground Turkey and Quinoa**
9. **Grilled Zucchini Steaks**
**Zucchini Bread and Breakfast Recipes**
10. **Zucchini Banana Bread**
11. **Zucchini Coffee Cake**
12. **Healthy Zucchini Muffins**
13. **Zucchini Pancakes**
**Zucchini Salads**
14. **Zucchini and Corn Salad**
15. **Zucchini Caprese Salad**
16. **Shaved Zucchini Salad with Parmesan and Lemon**
**Other Unique Zucchini Recipes**
17. **Zucchini Pizza Crust**
18. **Zucchini Boats with Creamy Pesto Sauce**
19. **Cheesy Zucchini Dip**
20. **Zucchini Relish**
These are just a few ideas for how to cook with zucchini. With its mild flavor and versatility, the possibilities are endless!.
