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How To Cook Zucchini (4 Easy Ways)
Learn how to cook zucchini, get some new recipes, and discover fun tips with this easy zucchini guide. Time to use up that extra zucchini!
Prep Time
2 mins
Cook Time
2 mins
Total Time
22 mins
Servings: 6
Calories: 71 kcal
Course:
Side Dish
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 4 zucchini (medium-sized)
- 3 tablespoons butter (or olive oil)
- Kosher salt to taste
- freshly ground black pepper to taste
- Additional Toppings (optional, see ideas above)
Instructions
- Wash and dry zucchini and cut off stem and bottom tip. Slice according to the cooking method you would like to do.
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To Roast (or Bake):
- Brush with olive oil and season with salt or grill seasonings. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and/or parmesan cheese if desired.
- Bake at 400-degrees for 20-25 minutes or until tender.
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To Sauté:
- Melt butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add zucchini slices. Sauté for 10-15 minutes or until tender. Season with salt and pepper.
To Grill:
- Cut zucchini into halves. Brush with butter or oil grill for 5-7 minutes per side or until tender. Season with salt with each turn.
To Air Fry:
- Brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt. Roll in breadcrumbs if desired. Spray with cooking spray to help keep breadcrumbs on. Air fry at 375-degrees for 8 minutes. Season more after flipping if needed.
Bonus: Zucchini Chips
- Slice zucchini very thin.
- Spray air fryer basket with cooking spray and air fry at 250 degrees F for 8 minutes, toss, then air fry another 2-3 minutes until lightly crispy.
- The air fryer may blow the chips around and that's ok. Just stir around every few minutes to redistribute if needed.
Nutrition Information
Calories
71kcal
(4%)
Carbohydrates
4g
(1%)
Protein
2g
(4%)
Fat
6g
(9%)
Saturated Fat
4g
(20%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
1g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
15mg
(5%)
Sodium
53mg
(2%)
Potassium
344mg
(10%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
3g
(6%)
Vitamin A
436IU
(9%)
Vitamin C
22mg
(24%)
Calcium
21mg
(2%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 71
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 71kcal | 4% |
| Carbohydrates | 4g | 1% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 6g | 9% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 15mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 53mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 344mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 436IU | 9% |
| Vitamin C | 22mg | 24% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.