This is a unique muffin with a fabulous, exotic flavour! A batter of plain dough is enhanced with grated zucchini, flax seeds powder and brown sugar, all of which give the muffins a very interesting mouth-feel and rare flavour. A dash of cinnamon, some mashed bananas and vanilla add to the flavour of the Zucchini and Flax Seed Muffins, making it a yummy treat that appeals to all. If you are not having these muffins immediately, warm them up for a few seconds in a microwave oven before serving. Serve these muffins for breakfast accompanied with a smoothie or milkshake .

Italian cooking is wholesome and flavourful. This sizzler is a hearty combination of pasta tossed in a robust mushroom and black pepper sauce and served with zucchini pancakes. Buttered vegetables and a perfectly baked potato topped with a knob of butter complete this meal.

Zucchini combines with carrots to make an unusual, colourful, and attractive pancake that will tickle the taste buds. Serve with ketchup or a chutney of your choice. Smaller versions can also be served as a party snack.

An excitingly unique snack that’s both filling and tasty, the Quinoa Patty is one that is enjoyed by people of all ages. The quinoa is combined with juicy and crunchy veggies, oats, eggs and garlic, to make yummy patties. The off-beat combination of ingredients like quinoa, oats and eggs gives the patty a nice texture. Although it is cooked with minimal oil in a non-stick tava, this patty has an admirable crispiness when it is served hot and fresh. Relish it with your favourite sauce or chutney . You can also try other quinoa recipes like the Quinoa Muthia and Coconut Quinoa with Coconut Curry. Enjoy how to make Quinoa Patty recipe with detailed step by step photos below.

Spreads transform simple breads and toasts into lavish fare! This spread is a nice combo water-filled zucchini, and vitamin rich parsley pepped up with the flavours of lemon, chillies and walnuts. You would not head for fat-laden butter and cheese after you have tasted brown bread with this delectable spread!

A bread so flavourful that you can just have it as it is! The Rosemary Garlic Zucchini Bread is an eggless artisan bread with a rich texture and appetising aroma. The strong flavour of garlic and herbs together with the crunch of sunflower seeds and juiciness of zucchini give the bread a well-rounded flavour, which can be enjoyed just plain with a brushing of butter or used to make interesting sandwiches and starters . Serve the bread warm for best taste and aroma.

Zucchini, a vegetable that you generally tend to associate with continental dishes and baked recipes, fits beautifully into our all-time desi favourite – the humble thepla! The whole wheat flour dough is enriched with zucchini, ginger and garlic, and in a unique twist, we also put a little dried herbs and seasonings into it. This gives the Zucchini Thepla a very exciting, fusion flavour. Do not rest the dough for too long as it will get watery and you will not be able to roll it properly. Be generous with the oil while cooking, or you might end up with dry and hard theplas. Serve this delicious thepla with pickles and raita or dips . You can try exciting options like the Herbed Curd Dip and the Mustard Chilli Pickle .

‘Minimal ingredients but maximum flavour’ – that is the mantra this recipe follows! By virtue of using everyday ingredients and simple but appropriate cooking methods to draw out the best aroma and flavour, the yummy, cheesy Zucchini Stir-Fry is bound to become everybody’s favourite. Take care to grate the zucchini thickly so that it does not lump up with the cheese when cooked. Also, serve immediately to avoid wateriness.