26 Zucchini Recipes: Both Sweet and Savory

Zucchini is such a versatile vegetable with a beautifully mild flavor that complements a wide variety of dishes. If you’re looking to create a mouthwatering zucchini packed main course or whip up a creative zucchini side dish, you’ll be delighted by the options when it comes to zucchini recipes. From a refreshing lemon zucchini loaf to a scrumptious corn and zucchini salad, or even some crispy air fryer fritters, there are plenty of amazing zucchini recipes to choose from.

Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta with Zucchini and Squash

Instant pot macaroni and cheese in white bowls on a wooden table. — Instant Pot Buttery Lemon Chicken Pasta. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

This flavourful Instant Pot buttery lemon chicken pasta is well worth making. It’s a dish including pasta with zucchini and squash as well as chicken. The taste is both light and hearty and there are many ways to tweak the recipe, adding your own personal touches.
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Delicious Blueberry Zucchini Muffins

Blueberry muffins on a plate with a cup of zucchini-infused milk. — Blueberry Zucchini Muffins. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

These are “yummy in my tummy” muffins and yet there is a vegetable in them! Blueberry zucchini muffins are a favourite type of muffin recipe this time of year because my garden is overflowing with zucchini. This is a great way to use up some of them.
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Zucchini Muffins

Zucchini banana oat muffins on a baking sheet. — Zucchini Muffins. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

If you are looking for an easy zucchini recipe, but also looking for vegan and gluten free muffins, this zucchini muffin recipe is for you!
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Lemon Zucchini Loaf

A loaf of zucchini bread with icing on top. This is one of the best zucchini recipes. — Lemon Zucchini Loaf. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

The lemon makes it taste so fresh and light, plus a creamy glaze on top makes for a perfect loaf! You all are going to love this delicious zucchini loaf with icing.
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Taco Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Taco stuffed zucchini boats offer a little of everything – nutrition, meat, veggies, a pop of Mexican seasoning, and of course a tasty meal!
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Asian Zoodle Salad

A bowl of slaw with cabbage. — Asian Zoodle Salad. Photo credit: xoxoBella.

Make this Asian zucchini noodle salad recipe, and you can enjoy a healthy, nutritious dish that boasts incredible flavour in every mouthful. You need to dice and spiralize some vegetables and combine tangy Asian dressing ingredients to make the best Asian zucchini noodle salad you ever had.
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Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry With Chicken

A bowl of stir fried vegetables with chicken, peppers, and zucchini. — Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry With Chicken. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Zucchini Noodle Stir Fry with Chicken is a nutritious, low carb, gluten free dinner that’s ready in less than 30 minutes. Take spiralized zucchini noodles, onions, and peppers and toss them with a delicious stir fry sauce and toasted sesame seeds.
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Gluten Free Zucchini Bread

A slice of zucchini bread on a cutting board. — Gluten Free Zucchini Bread. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

This easy Gluten Free Zucchini Bread comes together quickly, and no mixer is needed. With just 6 basic ingredients plus a few baking essentials, you’ll have super moist and delicious sweet bread with chocolate chips in every bite.
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Greek Zucchini Noodle Salad

Zucchini salad in a white bowl with tomatoes and olives. — Greek Zucchini Noodle Salad. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Embrace zucchini season with this healthy Greek Zucchini Noodle Salad. It’s fresh and full of flavor with a light Greek dressing.
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Chicken Thai Basil With Zucchini Noodles

Stir fried noodles with chicken, zucchini, and vegetables in a skillet. — Chicken Thai Basil With Zucchini Noodles. Photo credit: Seasonal Cravings.

Bring on the zoodles with this Chicken Thai Basil with Zucchini Noodles! It’s a savory, filling and super nutritious dinner that can be whipped up in under 30 minutes. Full of red peppers, sugar snap peas, stir fried chicken and a savory sauce over zucchini noodles.
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Zucchini Noodles With Pesto

Zucchini noodles topped with fresh tomatoes and basil in a bowl. — Zucchini Noodles With Pesto. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Zucchini Noodles are so delicious and so healthy, and they also make a great gluten free and wheat free recipe. I am such a huge fan of “zoodles”, I really can’t get enough of them. When you start adding in a few additional ingredients like pesto and give them a little zing, you won’t be able to get enough of them!
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Zucchini Bundt Cake With Cinnamon Icing

A slice of zucchini cake on a plate. — Zucchini Bundt Cake With Cinnamon Icing. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

If you enjoy an excellent bunt cake, you will love this Zucchini bundt cake with cinnamon icing! This deliciously sweet dessert is the perfect recipe to satisfy your sweet tooth.
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Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini fritters on a plate. — Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

Ready to enjoy in under 20 minutes of time, these Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters are the perfect side dish or simple appetizer for any meal! They’re also a delicious snack to add some health benefits to your daily diet, too.
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Clean Eating Blueberry Zucchini Pancakes

A stack of blueberry pancakes with syrup on top. — Clean Eating Blueberry Zucchini Pancakes. Photo credit: PinkWhen.

It’s like pancakes meets zucchini bread. Now THAT is my kind of recipe. These are so good your family won’t know just how healthy they really are!
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Zucchini Alla Scapece

A plate of grilled zucchini on a wooden table. — Zucchini Alla Scapece. Photo credit: Coley Cooks.

Zucchini alla Scapece is a simple, classic Italian recipe made with only 5 ingredients and takes just 30 minutes to make. Serve this easy zucchini dish on an antipasto platter or as a side with grilled meats and fish.
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Zucchini Lasagna

Lasagna made with zucchini in a square baking dish. — Zucchini Lasagna. Photo credit: Jo Cooks.

Use zucchini instead of noodles to make this comfort food lasagna healthier. Your family will love this low carb twist on a classic dish.
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Grilled Zucchini and Corn Salad

A bowl of grilled zucchini salad with feta cheese and tomatoes. Try this delicious zucchini recipe for a refreshing and healthy meal option. — Grilled Zucchini and Corn Salad. Photo credit: All We Eat.

Use fresh corn, zucchini, tomatoes and onions to make this side. It only takes about 20 minutes from start to finish. Serve with grilled meats for a delicious summer side dish.
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Gluten-Free Zucchini Muffins

Zucchini muffins in a muffin tin using fresh zucchini. — Gluten-Free Zucchini Muffins. Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

These gluten-free zucchini muffins are the perfect recipe for enjoying summer zucchini! They’re packed with shredded zucchini and walnuts, and perfectly spiced with vanilla, cinnamon, cardamom, and nutmeg. Enjoy these tasty zucchini muffins as a breakfast treat or afternoon snack!
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Crustless Zucchini Bacon Quiche

A zucchini and cheese quiche in a pan. — Crustless Zucchini Bacon Quiche. Photo credit: Pass Me Some Tasty.

Zucchini, onion, red bell pepper, and bacon are used to make this gloriously easy no-fuss gluten-free crustless zucchini bacon quiche. Try this tasty and deceptively easy recipe idea for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or even dinner!
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Cheesy Potatoes And Zucchini Au Gratin

A plate of cheesy zucchini gratin with a fork, featuring zucchini. — Cheesy Potatoes And Zucchini Au Gratin. Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

Cheesy Potatoes And Zucchini Au Gratin is a simple recipe that requires little preparation and great rewards. Get the recipe for cheesy potatoes and zucchini au gratin here. It’s an ultimate comfort food side dish for any occasion.
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Air Fryer Zucchini Recipe

Whip up crispy and golden zucchini in just 15 minutes with this air fryer zucchini recipe, combining simple spices for a flavor-packed dish.
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Grilled Vegetable Napoleon

A stack of roasted Zucchini on a plate. — Grilled Vegetable Napoleon. Photo credit: My Pure Plants.

This grilled vegetable Napoleon is a showstopper with vibrant, char-grilled layers of veggies like eggplant, zucchini, bell pepper, portobello mushroom, and more. If you want a visually stunning and flavorful side dish, look no further. Served with aromatic basil pesto, it is stunning and flavorful.
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Herb Baked Zucchini

A white bowl with zucchini, chicken, and black beans. — Herb Baked Zucchini. Photo credit: Dishes Delish.

This herb baked zucchini recipe is incredibly easy and has the perfect blend of herbs and spices that makes it delicious!
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Vegetarian Stuffed Zucchini Boats

Four grilled zucchini boats on a black plate. — Vegetarian Stuffed Zucchini Boats. Photo credit: Dishes Delish.

These vegetarian stuffed zucchini boats are loaded with flavorful vegetables and cheese, making them the perfect side dish or appetizer. Not only are they full of flavor and texture, but they’re also a great way to get creative with your cooking.
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Zucchini Pizza Bites

A baking sheet with a tray of cheese, pepperoni, and zucchini pizza crackers. — Zucchini Pizza Bites. Photo credit: The Honour System.

These Zucchini Pizza Bites are the healthier, and low-carb alternative to a classic slice. Just four main ingredients are needed to make them!
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Quinoa Patties With Zucchini And Feta Cheese

Zucchini-stuffed quinoa burgers on a wooden cutting board. — Quinoa Patties With Zucchini And Feta Cheese. Photo credit: Lavender & Macarons.

You’ll love these Mediterranean Style Quinoa Patties with Zucchini and Feta Cheese. They are crispy, delicious and easy to make. Cook quinoa the night before or in the morning and finish the patties just before lunch or dinner and you’ll have a complete meatless meal that is full of healthy goodness.
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