Delicious raw or cooked, but what happens when this versatile squash becomes soft? Here are our top 5 ways to transform your soft zucchini into delicious family-friendly meals and snacks.
1. Freeze Them
Cut the zucchini to your desired size, blanch, drain and freeze on a tray until they are frozen. Once frozen, divvy up the zucchini into portions of your choice in reusable freezer-safe bags or containers.
Alternatively, grate the zucchini and freeze it in a bag. It will be watery when it thaws, so just squeeze out the excess liquid before using.
2. Use Them In Baking
Grated zucchini is a great ingredient in moist and delicious cakes. Zucchini bread is also a fantastic way to turn those soft zucchini into a nutritious and delicious treat!
3. Fry Or Roast Them
Slice into sticks, coat with egg and leftover bread crumbs, and deep fry. Or try charring them on a grill or roasting in the oven. Yet another idea is to sprinkle with parmesan and fresh herbs and bake on a rack over an oven tray for a tasty appetizer.
4. Make Into Dip
Hide leftover roasted zucchini in a tzatziki dip! Blend together with yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, tahini and mint.
5. Substitute For Noodles
Don’t have pasta in the house? Zucchini makes a great gluten-free, low carb substitute for noodles in your favourite pasta dish.
Did You Know?
The secret to making extra crispy baked zucchini is to place the slices on a baking rack on top of your regular baking sheet. This allows air to circulate on all sides of the zucchini so that the water evaporates. No soggy zucchini here!