Why is zucchini the star of summer?

Zucchini is THE vegetable that embodies summer: easy to cook, light, and ultra-versatile, it's a delight on sunny plates. In 2024, we're enjoying its freshness and crunch in every recipe. Raw, roasted, stuffed, in a salad, or even as a dessert, it adapts to all tastes and all budgets! Its mild flavor appeals to young and old alike, and it pairs wonderfully with fresh herbs, garlic, lemon, or a drizzle of olive oil. In short, it's impossible to get tired of it!

Plus, zucchini is very low in calories, full of vitamins and antioxidants. It's an ideal ally for fresh and healthy cooking, to be enjoyed all summer long without moderation 🥗.

How to enjoy it in all its forms?

Zucchini lends itself to all kinds of inspiration: in a pan, in the oven, in foil, on the griddle or even in the air fryer for a modern touch. You can cut it into tagliatelle for ultra-fresh salads, grate it for a moist cake or grill it on a barbecue for maximum flavor.

In a cold version, zucchini can be added to green smoothies using a powerful blender : mix it with mint, lemon and apple, and you get a thirst-quenching drink, perfect for hot August days! Looking for a change from ratatouille? Try the vegetarian stuffed zucchini, the thin zucchini and ricotta tart, or the quick pan-fried dish with garlic, cherry tomatoes, and basil.

For even more ideas, discover our exclusive selection on Recipes of the Week , you will always find something to reinvent this summer vegetable.

Tips for success and enjoyment 🥗

Buy well, store well

For a zucchini full of flavor, choose local producers or the market first thing in the morning. Choose them that are firm, smooth, and free of blemishes and bruises. Small zucchinis are often more tender and less watery than larger ones.

When it comes to storage, zucchini likes fresh air, but not too cold. Store it in the refrigerator's vegetable drawer, without a plastic bag, or better yet, in the open air if you're using it within a few days. Did you buy a cheap batch? Consider cooking it in large quantities, then freezing it once it's been pan-fried or blanched: this way, you'll extend the enjoyment all fall long.

Get smart: an air fryer for light chips, a blender for smoothies, or a griddle/barbecue from the Barbecue & Grill collection if you want to mix things up. Zucchini is economical, especially in peak season: take advantage of it to fill your basket with delicious ideas without blowing your budget!

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