It's time to cook zucchini: quick recipes and anti-waste tips for summer
Season: summer Quick recipes 🥗 Anti-waste tips Low prices
Why zucchini is the star of summer
As soon as the first rays of sunshine appear, zucchini arrives in force on the shelves. This tender, low-calorie, and super versatile vegetable can be cooked as well as raw, savory, or even sweet (yes, you read that right 😋). Rich in water and a source of potassium, it refreshes and nourishes without weighing you down: perfect when it's hot!
And summer is truly the perfect time to cook zucchini : it grows everywhere, costs next to nothing, and offers you a thousand recipe ideas in just a few minutes. You can prepare it in a pan, in the oven, on the barbecue, in a salad, in a cold soup... or even add it to your desserts to add a soft touch.
How to enjoy zucchini in cooking
Looking for quick and easy ideas? Zucchini loves quick cooking: a quick turn of the pan, a few spices, and you're done. Grilled, it enhances your summer dishes, especially if you use an air fryer for a light, golden, and unattended result.
Grilled zucchini 🥗
Thinly slice, add olive oil, fresh herbs, salt, and pepper. Ten minutes on the grill or in your air fryer, and you've got a perfect side dish for a barbecue party .
Crunchy salad
Grate the zucchini and mix it with feta, mint, lemon, and a drizzle of olive oil. It's super quick, fresh, and a change from the classic tomato and mozzarella dish.
Iced velouté
Blender or mixer : Cooked zucchini, yogurt, basil, a few ice cubes. A cold soup that will amaze everyone, even children.
Express stuffed zucchini
Empty the zucchini, mix the flesh with cooked rice, herbs, and whatever's left in your fridge. Pop it in the oven!
Find new inspiration every week on our recipe page to vary your pleasures all summer long.
Anti-waste and conservation tips
No need to peel: the skin adds color and crunch, the seeds blend perfectly into a soup or a cake.
Cut into rounds, blanch for one minute, then store in flat bags. Ideal for soups or quick stir-fries this winter.
Save your zucchini slices from the barbecue: mix them with a little cream cheese for an impromptu appetizer spread.
A softened piece of zucchini goes great in a green smoothie, especially one with apple and lemon. You can hardly taste it.
Bonus tip: Keep the zucchini whole in the crisper drawer; it will keep for five to seven days without any problems. Just avoid washing it before storage to limit moisture.
Buy well without breaking the bank
In summer, zucchini is one of the most affordable vegetables: you can even find it for less than two euros per kilo at the market or locally sourced. Take advantage of local varieties (yellow, round, green) to vary the colors and flavors without increasing the bill.
For successful grilling, equip yourself at a low price with our selection of summer barbecues and accessories , or invest in an air fryer for stress-free, oil-free cooking. If you want to try zucchini smoothies (yes, it's trendy!), discover the right blenders on Neary.
Want even more clever ideas? Head to our weekly recipe page for inspiration all season long.
Zucchini FAQ
Do I always have to peel zucchini?
No! The skin is thin, full of fiber, and very edible, especially if the zucchini is young and local. When washed well, it adds crunch and a beautiful color to your dishes.
How to prevent zucchini from releasing too much water during cooking?
Dry the slices well on a cloth and cook over high heat so that they grill without boiling. You can also lightly salt them and then drain them before cooking, which is useful for stir-fries or gratins.
Can you eat raw zucchini?
Yes, of course! Grated, in tagliatelle or diced, it's fresh, sweet and crunchy. Just remember to choose firm zucchini, preferably organic if you keep the skin.
How to store zucchini once opened?
Wrap it in plastic wrap or an airtight container and place it in the refrigerator. Consume it within two days to keep it tender and flavorful.
Can you freeze zucchini?
Yes: cut it into pieces, blanch it quickly, then freeze it flat. You can then use it in soup or gratin, even out of season.
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