Zucchini is one of the most versatile summer ingredients and if you’re like us – the garden just won’t quit producing them! (We even brought some on vacation because we had so many!) Whether you’re looking to grill, fry, or sauté them, these Savory Zucchini Recipes will inspire you to make the most of one of my seasonal favorites.
From simple sides to hearty mains, you’ll find something here for everyone to enjoy.
Fried Zucchini
This is the zucchini I make when I want it to taste like a treat instead of a vegetable, dredged in buttermilk and fried until golden. I always make extra because it goes fast.
Fried Squash & Zucchini
Southern Fried Squash is a summer delicacy. Fresh yellow squash and zucchini are dredged in buttermilk, breaded with flour and cornmeal, and fried until they are golden brown and crispy. This is such a delicious way to cook summer squash and it’s the perfect summer side dish.
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Jalapeño Cheddar Zucchini Muffins
This is my favorite way to use up shredded zucchini, baked into cheesy muffins with just enough jalapeño heat. They never dry out thanks to all that zucchini.
Savory Zucchini Muffins with Cheddar Cheese & Jalapeños
These Savory Zucchini Muffins with Cheddar Cheese & Jalapeños are cheesy with a little bit of subtle heat. They have so much flavor. The shredded zucchini keeps the muffins from drying out, and cheese always makes everything delicious.
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Zucchini Cornbread
This is the cornbread I make when I want something a little different from the usual, shredded zucchini keeps it moist and just barely sweet.
Zucchini Cornbread
Zucchini Cornbread is a delightful twist on a classic cornbread recipe. Made with cornmeal and shredded zucchini, it is moist, fluffy, and slightly sweet.
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Zucchini Cheddar Pancakes
This is the fritter I make when I want something cheesy and crispy on the side. Fresh zucchini and sharp cheddar make these disappear fast.
Zucchini Cheddar Pancakes
Zucchini Cheddar Pancakes are made with fresh zucchini and shredded cheddar cheese. These tasty zucchini fritters are perfect to eat as an appetizer or a side dish.
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Parmesan and Panko Roasted Squash
This is my go-to when I have both zucchini and squash to use up. Parmesan and panko turn a simple roast into something worth bragging about.
Parmesan and Panko Roasted Squash
Zucchini and squash, squash and zucchini. These vegetables are inseparable. Add a little seasoning, a dash of parmesan, and some crunchy panko (GF for me, please!). Suddenly we have the best Roasted Zucchini and Squash recipe! An easy side dish that takes just minutes of prep.
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Sautéed Zucchini
This is the easiest way I know to let summer squash shine, just butter and a hot pan. It’s tender and sweet in under ten minutes.
Sautéed Zucchini
This simple Sautéed Zucchini Recipe is so easy to make and allows the flavors of this delicious summer vegetable to shine. The delicious squash is tender, buttery, sweet, and so flavorful.
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Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini
This is my lighter take on stuffed zucchini, an Italian classic that’s not as heavy as a big pasta dish. It’s my go-to for a summer dinner that still feels like something.
Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini
Cheesy Stuffed Zucchini (Zucchine Ripiene) is a classic summer recipe from the Italian countryside. It is a little lighter than a heavy pasta dish so it is perfect for a summer meal.
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Tex Mex Stuffed Zucchini
This is how I turn a big garden zucchini into dinner, stuffed with rice, black beans, corn, and cheese. It works just as well as a side if you want to keep it smaller.
Tex-Mex Stuffed Zucchini
Filled with rice, cheese, black beans, corn, and spices, this flavorful Tex-Mex Stuffed Zucchini Recipe is great as a vegetarian, gluten-free main dish or a colorful side.
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Zucchini Pie
This is my zucchini answer to tomato pie, one of my favorite Southern summer traditions. A buttery crust and a cheesy onion base make it feel special enough for company.
Zucchini Pie
This rustic Zucchini Pie is the cousin to one of the most beloved summer traditions of the South, tomato pie. With a cheesy sweet onion base topped with thin rounds of zucchini, all baked up in a buttery crust, the effect is lovely and the flavor is pure summer.
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Zucchini Crustless Quiche
This is the quiche I make when I want something rich without dealing with a crust. It’s naturally gluten-free and just as good the next day.
Zucchini Crustless Quiche
A rich and creamy Zucchini Crustless Quiche recipe with chives and cheese. Making a crustless quiche reduces prep time and is naturally gluten-free and low-carb. Is there anything as delicious and as versatile as quiche? It’s rich and creamy, good for you, and can be served up for any meal.
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Summer Squash Tart
This is the tart I make when I want something a little fancier for brunch. Goat cheese keeps it light, and the crust comes together easier than you’d think.
Summer Squash Tart
This Summer Squash Tart is fresh and light with a fluffy goat cheese filling and an easy homemade pastry crust.
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BBQ Chicken Zucchini Boats
This is my go-to low-carb dinner when the garden is overflowing with zucchini. Everything cooks in one pan and it’s ready in under thirty minutes.
BBQ Chicken Zucchini Boats
This recipe for quick and easy BBQ Chicken Zucchini Boats is a light low carb dinner that is full of flavor and will leave you satisfied. Even better it is a one-pan dinner and ready in less than 30 minutes.
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Zucchini and Corn Fritters
This is what I make when the garden hands me too much zucchini and corn at the same time. The fritters are cheesy, crispy, and come together fast in a skillet.
Zucchini Corn Fritters
If you’re looking for a dish that combines two summer classics, zucchini and corn, these Zucchini Corn Fritters are the perfect fit. Cheesy and crispy, these fritters are pan-fried and super easy to make. They are great for a weekend breakfast, an appetizer, or an easy weeknight dinner with a side salad.
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Grilled Zucchini with Feta
This is the side dish I throw on the grill for almost every summer cookout. A squeeze of lemon and a little feta at the end makes it feel finished.
Grilled Zucchini with Feta
This Grilled Zucchini is the perfect side dish for summer nights with friends and family. It’s a simple recipe that tastes great and has endless options. Zucchini (and you can add yellow squash) paired with a marinade comes together in a snap. Grill it until tender and slightly charred, then serve with fresh herbs, a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, or a little crumble of feta.
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Oven Baked Zucchini Fries
This is the snack I make when I want something crispy without deep-frying. Panko breadcrumbs give them all the crunch.
Baked Zucchini Fries
These Oven Baked Zucchini Fries are a healthy alternative to deep-fried, and they’re super easy to make! Nice and crispy on the outside thanks to panko breadcrumbs, these are a tasty, crunchy treat.
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Easy Grilled Italian Zucchini
This is the side dish I make when I want something fast but still a little special. Twenty minutes on the grill with Italian seasoning is all it takes.
Grilled Italian Zucchini
This Easy Grilled Italian Zucchini is a fresh and delicious vegetarian side dish. Seasoned with Italian flavors and cooked perfectly on the grill, this dish takes just 20 minutes to complete!
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Cheesy Zucchini Casserole
This is the casserole I make when the garden zucchini needs a comfort-food treatment. A buttery cracker topping is what makes it.
Cheesy Zucchini Casserole
Cheesy Zucchini Casserole is a comfort food classic made with garden fresh zucchini, plenty of cheese, and a buttery crisp cracker topping.
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Beer Battered Zucchini with Lime Cilantro Aioli
This is the appetizer I make when I want to impress at a party. The lime cilantro aioli is what people ask me for the recipe for.
Beer Battered Zucchini with Lime Cilantro Aioli
Beer Battered Zucchini with Lime Cilantro Aioli is going to be the favorite appetizer at your next party, guaranteed!
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Zucchini Pasta Pesto Primavera
This is the dinner I make when I want something light but still feels like a real meal. It’s raw, vegan, and comes together with barely any cooking.
Zucchini Pasta Pesto Primavera
Learn how to make a tasty Italian entrée with a healthy twist! This raw, vegan, gluten-free Zucchini Pasta Pesto Primavera is a hearty meal with none of the guilt. It’s fun, healthy, easy, delicious, and of course unprocessed. Enjoy!
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