But for me, my garden is one of the things I love most about the summertime.
Anyone who has tried growing zucchini before probably knows just how prolific the plant can become.
Or try out a delicious main like my go-to Zucchini Frittata or our Sheet-Pan Zucchini Pizza.
Photo: Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
For more beginner- and budget-friendly recipes, check outThrifty.
In this version, fresh mint and basil brighten the mild taste of zucchini.
If you prefer, use feta or ricotta salata in place of the goat cheese.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Margret Monroe Dickey, Prop Stylist: Christine Keely
Fresh herbs and briny feta cheese balance the flavor.
This versatile side dish pairs well with grilled chicken, steak or fish.
Smashing the zucchini increases the surface area that absorbs the flavors of cilantro, cotija cheese and lime beautifully.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Josh Hoggle
If you might’t find cotija cheese, feta cheese is a good substitute.
Sheet-Pan Zucchini Pizza
Fresh zucchini and lemon slices top this sheet-pan pizza.
Whole lemon slices add bright flavor from the skin and rind as well as acidity from the flesh.
Photographer: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
Feta and fresh mozzarella cheese add a savory note and add balance to the rest of the flavors.
A sprinkling of fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic vinegar just before serving brightens up the flavors.
Zucchini & Corn Enchiladas
Skip rolling and just layer these quick and easy enchiladas.
Enjoy it alongside roasted or grilled meat or fish.
The chocolate chips are an optional but excellent addition.
This easy side dish is perfect paired with chicken, burgers or steak.
Just a few minutes under the broiler gives these ricotta-and-basil-filled nests a light golden top.
The subtle sweetness makes it perfect for breakfast or snack served with vanilla Greek-style yogurt and raspberries.
The liquid from the zucchini helps keep the loaf moist.
The best part of this zucchini bread recipe?
It only requires one bowl, so cleanup will be effortless.
Photographer: Jen Causey, Food Stylist: Ana Kelly, Prop Stylist: Claire Spollen
Photographer: Rachel Marek, Food stylist: Annie Probst
Photogrpaher: Morgan Hunt Glaze, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster, Food Stylist: Chelsea Zimmer
Photographer: Fred Hardy, Food Stylist: Emily Nabors Hall, Prop Stylist: Shell Royster
