Zucchini is a veggie that is always in my fridge. I use it so much in my recipes and we eat them a LOT. And because I always have zucchini on hand and it’s so versatile I have developed quite a few zucchini recipes. You can eat it raw or cooked and they’re fantastic in savoury or sweet dishes and I can get it all year round at a reasonable price. So I thought I would bring together all my simple zucchini recipes in the one place.
But before I share lots of simple (and not to mention delicious) zucchini recipes your kids will love, let’s talk about some of the nutritional benefits.
Nutritional Benefits of Zucchini
Zucchini (or courgette) are a great source of fibre (source: Better Health Channel) and vitamins A, C and K. It also is a good source of potassium and magnesium and it is high in antioxidants. There is also some evidence that zucchini can support healthy digestion and lower the risk of heart disease (source: Healthline). Not bad right?
So not only is it good for you, it tastes great too! And here are some simple zucchini recipes that you and your family will love!
Simple Savoury Zucchini Recipes
Zucchini Pea Fritters
These Zucchini Pea Fritters are so tasty. Packed full of flavour these come together so quickly for a light but nourishing dinner. Great for school lunches or snacks I can never make too much of these fritters for my family!
Zucchini and Pea and Ricotta Slice
This Zucchini Pea and Ricotta Slice is a delicious vegetarian slice recipe packed with veggies and so tasty warm or cold. Great in the lunchbox or for a quick and easy dinner.
Simple Chocolate Zucchini Recipes
The combination of chocolate and zucchini is one made in heaven. These Double Chocolate Chip Muffins with Zucchini are amazing. There is so much goodness packed into these muffins and they are always a lunchbox hit.
If you love those muffins you will adore my Healthier Chocolate Brownie with…yup…you guessed it…a bit of sneaky zucchini too. These Brownies are also lower in sugar than a traditional brownie, made with wholemeal flour and they taste fantastic!
These Zucchini Chocolate Chip Cookies are a delicious and nutritious snack and who can resist a cookie? These cookies are easy to make and the kids LOVE them.
Simple Zucchini Muffin Recipes
What can be a more simple zucchini recipe to make than muffins and these muffins recipes are yummy!
These Apple Zucchini Muffins are sweetened only with fruit and make a delicious healthy breakfast on the go. This simple zucchini recipe is perfect for school lunchboxes.
This zucchini twist on Lemon and Poppyseed muffins is a delicious one. These light muffins are full of flavour!
I hope your family enjoy these delicious zucchini packed recipes! They are all so quick and simple to make. If you do make these please share them with me on Instagram or Facebook – I love to hear from you!
Happy lunching,
Bernadette x
