We've been conditioned to enjoy zucchini all year long, but the truth is that just like all vegetables, it tastes best in season. Great news: it's zucchini season.
Zucchini is one of the most versatile vegetables around -- it can be delicious raw, grilled, marinated, baked, fried, pureed into soup -- we have a lot of ideas for this summer squash. Unlike its milder counterparts, yellow crookneck squash, pattypan squash, etc., zucchini is aggressively verdant. Even when you fry it, you know you're eating a vegetable. For some people, that may detract from its appeal. But for us, it's a major part of why we love it so much. If you're not yet a believer, these recipes will show you the light.
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Crispy Zucchini Grilled Cheese
How Sweet It Is
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Zucchini With Basil, Mint And Honey
Jennifer Causey/Food52
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Lemon Zucchini Pancakes With A Heart Of Brie
Wonderland Kitchen/Food52
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Marinated Zucchini Salad
Eclectic Recipes
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Sole In A Bag With Zucchini And Black Olives
Jonathan Gregson
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Grilled Zucchini With Goat Cheese And Pinenuts
Foodie Crush
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Turkey And Zucchini Enchiladas
Eclectic Recipes
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Pasta With Zucchini, Chickpeas And Gremolata Bread Crumbs
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Whole Wheat Chocolate Fudge Zucchini Snack Cake With Candied Pistachios
How Sweet It Is
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Slow Cooker Vegetarian Lasagna Soup
Foodie Crush
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Zucchini Nutella Swirl Muffins
A Spicy Perspective
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Zucchini-And-Pepper Gratin With Herbs And Cheese
James Merrell/Food & Wine
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Zucchini Summer Skillet With Poached Eggs & Garlic Butter Baguettes
How Sweet It Is
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Zucchini And Green Chutney Salad
A Spicy Perspective
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Whole Wheat Zucchini Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins
How Sweet It Is
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Grilled Zucchini With Basil And Balsamic
Ray Kachatorian
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Patricia Wells' Zucchini Carpaccio With Avocado And Pistachios
Joseph De Leo/Food52
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Linguine With Tomatoes, Baby Zucchini And Herbs
John Kernick/Food & Wine
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Hatch Chile Enchiladas With Chicken And Zucchini
Bev Cooks
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Tuscan Grilled Zucchini & Summer Squash
Sarah Shatz/Food52
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Julia Child's Tian De Courgettes Au Riz (Zucchini Tian)
Karen Mordechai
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Dover Sole with Herb Oil and Zucchini
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Spicy Turkey And Zucchini Burgers
Simply Recipes
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Browned Butter Zucchini Bundt Cake
The Faux Martha
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