A healthy, green way to serve a slice up for summer.
30 reasons why zucchini is the most versatile of vegetables
Eating your greens has never been so easy when it comes to the zucchini. Fried, grilled and tossed into any and every kind of dish (from pastas to popsicles) these recipes prove the humble vegetable has plenty of potential.
Zucchini pasta with garden green sauce
“A great way to get the kids to eat vegies."
Three-cheese zucchini gratin
A new way with this most beloved and versatile of vegetables.
Cauliflower pizza with zucchini pesto
Looking for comfort food without the carbs? Try this healthy cauliflower pizza, topped with a fresh zucchini pesto and roasted vegetables.
The secret ingredient in this decadent chocolate loaf cake? Zucchini.
Zucchini and chocolate? Yes indeed. Zucchini’s high moisture content makes it ideal for baking – its liquid is slowly released during cooking time, ensuring your cake doesn’t dry out. And with this veg’s mild flavour, nobody would even know it’s in there. We also added yoghurt for an extra moist crumb, and to add a slight delectable tang to the rich, creamy chocolate ganache.
Grilled zucchini with ras el hanout, ricotta and mint
"I’m in love with ras el hanout. I hide it in the cupboard and bring it out when the missus isn’t looking. We make our own at Pope Joan, but the bought stuff is great, too," says chef Matt Wilkinson.
Zucchini fritters with herbed yoghurt
“Zucchini is the star in this quick meal,” says chef and recipe author Paul West. Quick and easy, this recipe makes for a perfect midweek go-to dinner.
Pan-seared leatherjacket with sauteed zucchini
"This dish is inspired by the produce of my favourite market, Marché Forville," says Hayden Quinn.
Jamie Oliver's fast crab linguine
"Zucchini goes wonderfully with crab meat, which cooks in the residual heat of the linguine. Serve with parsley and some chilli to give it a little kick." – Jamie Oliver
Quick risoni “risotto” with prawns and zucchini flowers
“This pretty dish is sure to win hearts,” says Silvia Colloca. Besides being pretty, it's also as tasty and gratifying as a risotto, with only a fraction of the hard work.
Potato, taleggio and zucchini pizzas
Who'd have thought zucchini, potato and pizza would go this well together?
Super quick zucchini and haloumi fritters
Vegie fritters are enjoying their day in the sun right now, and it's no surprise when you consider how simple they are to throw together and just how much goodness they pack in. These quick and easy fritters make for the perfect meal any time of the day.
This easy sausage and zucchini rigatoni is ready in 30 minutes
On the table in 30 minutes, this dish will soon be on repeat at your house. It’s easy, super tasty, filling and fresh… and makes the most of summer’s bountiful zucchini crop.
Jamie Oliver's zucchini and mozzarella bruschetta
Jamie Oliver puts his tasty twist on the classic bruschetta with this zucchini and mozzarella recipe.
Zucchini, asparagus and mint soup
Packed with vegetables, this soup is good for both your health and your tastebuds.