It is Zucchini Season! Celebrate National Zucchini Day (Plus 3 Easy Recipes)

Did you know that in some parts of the world zucchinis are also called courgetti? This August 8th celebrate this versatile vegetable in your favorite summer meal.

While this summer squash is made up of primarily water, it is still packed with numerous micronutrients, antioxidants, and phytonutrients. The phytonutrient, beta-carotene, found in zucchini provides benefits such as vision support and bone health, giving you just another reason to add more zucchini to your plate this summer.

Zucchini has many unique characteristics and can be found in a range of shapes, colors, and sizes. When buying and cooking zucchini you want to choose one’s that are firm, and free of decay, slits, and soft spots. Once you have your zucchini, there are so many ways you can cook it, transforming it into a tasty meal.

4 Reasons to Add More Zucchini to Your Diet

Zucchini is a great non-starchy and nutrient-dense vegetable. You also don’t have to eat a lot of it to reap its benefits! Here are some health benefits associated with eating zucchini:

1. Antioxidants- Rich in Vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant, zucchini is great to boost your immune system.

2. Beta Carotene– This phytonutrient may aid in vision support, skin, and bone health.

3. Vitamin A– The content of this vitamin in Zucchini aids in support of your vision and immune system.

4. Vitamin B6– Increased intake of Vitamin B6 aids in protein, carbohydrate, and fat metabolism.

3 Quick and Easy Ways to Enjoy Zucchini

Zucchini is a super versatile vegetable that can be eaten in several ways. The best thing about these recipes is that they are quick and even a novice cook could make them!

1. Zucchini noodles: Using a spiralizer, create thin noodles, then sauté on your stovetop with a little olive oil, or your favorite sauce.

2. Zucchini sticks: Cut zucchini into ½ inch thick pieces, serve raw with hummus or bake for a few minutes in the oven and enjoy!

3. Zucchini boats: Hollow out a few zucchinis with a spoon, fill with chopped tomatoes, cooked ground turkey, or various chopped veggies. Top with cheese and bake in the oven for 15- 20 mins.

It is zucchini season. Incorporating zucchini in your diet is easy and can also be fun with all the ways you can prepare and plate it.

Your Turn to Take Action: Have you tried any new zucchini dishes this year? Let me know in the comments below.

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