10 Zucchini Recipes for When the Garden Won't Stop
Ten ways to use up late-summer zucchini in an actual dinner — skillets, sheet pans, and bakes — ranked cheapest first, with macros for each.
Late August is the only time of year a vegetable becomes a logistics problem. One plant produces more zucchini than a household can reasonably eat, neighbors stop making eye contact, and the internet's answer is always bread. This list is the other answer: zucchini inside dinner, where it belongs.
Anychef catalog data: 44 recipes in our library put zucchini in a starring role, at a median $2.15 a serving — cheap even when you're not growing it. Ranked cheapest first.
The list
1. Southern Squash Casserole
14g protein380 cal$1.10/serving55 min
Tender squash folded into a rich, cheesy custard with a buttery cracker crust, straight off the Sunday dinner table.
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2. Veggie and Herb Scrambled Eggs
14g protein220 cal$1.40/serving12 min
Soft scrambled eggs studded with sautéed zucchini, bell peppers, and fresh herbs, a light but satisfying start.
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3. Couscous Veggie Salad
9g protein310 cal$1.40/serving22 min
Fluffy couscous mixed with roasted vegetables and a bright lemon vinaigrette.
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4. Roasted Vegetable Wrap
14g protein380 cal$1.50/serving30 min
Warm tortilla filled with charred vegetables, beans, and herb spread.
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5. Grilled Veggie Skewers
6g protein210 cal$1.60/serving30 min
Rainbow skewers of charred zucchini, peppers, and mushrooms with a smoky-sweet glaze.
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6. Zucchini Noodle Alfredo
16g protein350 cal$1.80/serving20 min
Light and creamy zucchini noodles tossed with a silky garlic Alfredo sauce and fresh Parmesan.
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7. Zucchini and Tomato Skillet
5g protein180 cal$1.80/serving20 min
Tender zucchini and ripe tomatoes sautéed together with garlic and herbs, a simple veggie-forward dinner ready in minutes.
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8. Crispy Vegetable Tacos
12g protein340 cal$1.80/serving35 min
Golden-fried tortillas stuffed with roasted vegetables and topped with fresh salsa and crema.
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9. Vegetable Chiles Rellenos
14g protein300 cal$1.80/serving45 min
Roasted poblano with a vegetable medley, sautéed zucchini and squash, a lighter riff on a timeless classic.
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10. Ratatouille Bake
6g protein180 cal$1.80/serving55 min
Layers of summer vegetables baked in herbed tomato sauce until tender and rustic, the Provençal one-dish vegetable symphony.
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