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8 of the Best Zucchini Recipes

4 zucchini recipe images from top left: zucchini fry dipped in ketchup, zucchini and corn chowder, stuffed zucchini boats and chocolate zucchini bread.
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Zucchini is so abundant in the summer that sometimes it’s hard to think of something to do with it all. One single zucchini plant can easily produce 4 large zucchini every week! That’s some good eating. And when you eat zucchini often enough you’re bound to have your favorites that you always go back to. So here I give you 8 of the Best Zucchini Recipes to make with your summer squash.

This collection of recipes will definitely keep the zucchini from getting boring. Eating the same thing over and over is easy to get sick of but luckily there’s about a million ways to eat zucchini. These zucchini recipe ideas includes everything from zucchini main dishes to zucchini sides, and savory recipes to sweet. Here are my favorite ways to cook up a summer zucchini haul.

Zucchini halves stuffed with crumbled sausage, covered in melted and browned mozzarella cheese and sprinkled with chopped parsley, in a white ceramic serving dish.
Stuffed Zucchini Boats
Zucchini boats are a healthy main dish recipe that are easy to make. Season the cut zucchini, fill them with a ground sausage and tomato sauce mixture, top off with cheese and bake them until tender and golden. Serve them with a side of rice pilaf and a green salad to complete your meal.
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Zucchini halves stuffed with crumbled sausage, covered in melted and browned mozzarella cheese and sprinkled with chopped parsley, in a white ceramic serving dish.
Baked Zucchini Fries
Think french fry but healthy. Zucchini fries are easy to make with just 3 basic ingredients. Whip them up in 10 minutes and bake them for an additional 25 while you get the rest of dinner ready.
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A pile of crispy golden breaded zucchini fries on a wood plate. A small dish of ketchup is in the background.
Zucchini Tots
Shredded zucchini baked as bite-sized tots. These little finger friendly cuties will be a family favorite among kids and adults. Serve them with a little ketchup or ranch dressing for dipping.
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Shredded zucchini tots served with ketchup
A white crock of chowder with zucchini cubes, yellow corn kernels and cubed potatoes peeking out the surface.
Corn and Squash Chowder
This Corn and Squash Chowder is creamy but not heavy. Made with a chicken broth base it is the perfect balance of airy and hearty. It's also kept fresh by not adding a ton of spices and seasonings. The corn and squash get to shine as the main flavors of this soup. Con and Squash Chowder is like summer in bowl.
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A white crock of chowder with zucchini cubes, yellow corn kernels and cubed potatoes peeking out the surface.
Italian Couscous Salad
A healthy veggie heavy salad bursting with fresh flavors. Prep this salad in just 15 minutes and then serve it at room temperature or cold for an easy summer side dish.
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Overhead view of a pot of couscous salad with chopped vegetables, chick peas and golden raisins. The pot sits on a neutral patterned dish towel.
Savory Quiche with Zucchini and Bacon
Zucchini, shallots, bacon and mozzarella are a great combo for breakfast or dinner.
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Savory zucchini and bacon quiche just out of the oven.
A loaf of chocolate zucchini bread with a slice cut. Flecks of shredded zucchini and chocolate chips inside the loaf are visibile.
Chocolate Zucchini Bread
A sweet and savory treat for any time of day. This zucchini bread is Incredibly moist, sweet but not sugary and so delicious. With the added chocolate chips for richness and texture you'll be finding it hard to not go back for a second piece.
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A loaf of chocolate zucchini bread with a slice cut. Flecks of shredded zucchini and chocolate chips inside the loaf are visibile. The bread is on a cutting board with scattered chocolate chips.
Chicken and Fennel Casserole
This casserole combines the earthy flavors of chicken, fennel, and creamy tomato sauce, creating a satisfying and wholesome dinner that will have your entire family begging for seconds.
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Creamy shredded chicken, chopped fennel and zucchini and rice with melted cheese and chopped parsley.

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