99 zucchini recipes

Indian Zucchini Recipes

139 zucchini recipes, Indian zucchini recipes. A vegetable that is loved and enjoyed by diners all over the world, zucchini is now easily available in India too. Although it was considered rare in India a decade ago, since the past few years it is commonly available at most supermarkets. It is not very expensive, and we get good quality zucchinis as well.

Initially, Indians used to use it mainly to make international recipes, but as zucchini became abundant in the market, they started using it in Indian recipes as well. With a taste and texture that is somewhere between cucumbers and gourds, zucchini cooks very easily. It has a pleasant taste and absorbs flavours well. So, it fits well into dishes ranging from khichdis to subzis, like…

1. Zucchini Bajra Khichdi
2. Zucchini Thepla
3. Zucchini, Bell Pepper and Sprouted Moong Salad
4. Broccoli and Zucchini in Red Capsicum Gravy
 

Zucchini Easy Recipes

Everybody is busy, for some reason or the other. Some at work, some at home, some with charities, but these days everybody is engaged in multiple activities and likes to keep themselves busy. And when they are free, they prefer to spend quality time with their loved ones. They do not spend as much time in the kitchen as in olden times, and so people these days prefer no-fuss, no-sweat recipes that are tasty too. Zucchini is just right for this purpose because it cooks easily, whether you decide to steam, stir-fry or sauté it! It can be used to make easy and tasty dishes, ranging from breakfast to snacks and main course too.

You will be glad to have these recipes as part of your collection, and eager to share them too…

1. Zucchini and Carrot Pancake
2. Grilled Zucchini Recipe
3. Grilled Zucchini and Carrots
4. Masoor, Beets, Zucchini , Peppers Lunch Salad
 

Zucchini Baked Recipes

As with any ingredient that is popular in continental cooking, zucchini too is used in several baked dishes. It acquires a good aroma and taste when it is baked, and has a nice creamy mouth-feel too. Nowadays, most people have ovens at home, and prefer to have baked dishes once in a while because they are convenient and healthy. Baked dishes need less oil to cook and taste so good too, because the process enriches the aroma and taste. Plus, you don’t need to stand near the stove and keep stirring. You can prepare the stuff, pop it into the oven, and go freshen up for lunch or dinner! It’s as easy as that. Have a go at some of the awesome baked dishes with zucchini, like…

1. Zucchini Toast
2. Zucchini and Yellow Pepper Toast
3. Bellpepper, Zucchini and Pesto Pizza
4. Rosemary Garlic Zucchini Bread
5. Cheesy Baked Zucchini Fries
6. Whole Wheat Pesto Pizza with Roasted Vegetables
7. Baked Cheesy Zucchini Slices

With an easy texture and pleasant taste, zucchini is much-loved by young and old alike. It is also a neutral and versatile veggie that fits well into innumerable dishes, ranging from Indian to international, stir-fried to baked, and more. Give it a shot, and you will yearn to try many more of the zucchini-based recipes on our website!

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A stir-fried version of the famed Risotto, this creamy rice dish with zucchini, red, yellow and green capsicum makes it particularly enjoyable.

A quick meal which can be made in jiffy for your family and guests!

Tangy fruit medley, very nutritious salad that works best for your tummy and body. Cleanse your system with this fibre-rich salad. The dressing is healthy too, as it is made of pineapple juice, mint and salt and pepper. Loads of fruits add variety to your diet satiates you and keeps you away from binge-eating on high calorie foods.

Potato and cheese… both are hot favorites with kids! Cheese is high in protein and calcium, a perfect food for growing kids; however it is better to restrict its intake... no thanks to its high fat content. I have used mozzarella cheese instead of cooking cheese as its fat content is comparatively lower.

An unusual and eclectic combination of ingredients makes this dish a chartbuster! Cook this dish minimally to retain most of the vitamin C it has.

Zucchini and brinjal sautéed with garlic and layered with a tangy tomato sauce, this delectable baked dish acquires a velvety appearance as it is topped with cheese.

A crunchy and tangy stir-fry, thanks to the presence of sprouts, cabbage and pineapple! you can spice up this preparation by adding green chillies or chilli sauce.

Pineapple stir-fry, revive your taste buds with aromatic pineapple and exotic veggies stir-fried in soya sauce. Spicy and tangy, here’s a low-cal snack which also keeps the metabolism high.

Schezuan or sichuan essentially means spice, being derived from sichuan pepper, a condiment known for his spice quotient. This is probably the reason why the indian palate takes on so well to spicy schezuan food. Stir-fried vegetables are delightful to taste when cooked in this style. Fresh mixed vegetables cooked together with schezuan sauce and red chilies make this a perfect accompaniment to plain noodles or simple steamed rice. You can use a combination of vegetables and adjust the sauce if you don’t want it too hot. Enjoy the super taste!

Zucchini features as an interesting finger food here, after being coated with a spicy batter and deep-fried to perfection. A spicy mayo dip made of mayonnaise and Schezuan sauce multiples the appeal of the Zucchini Fritters so much that it will test to will power to stop feasting on this snack! You can also try Herbed Maggi Fritters or Spicy Paneer Fritters .

If your palate rejoices at the sight of fiery treats, then this Stir Fry Noodles in Black Sauce is just perfect for you. Noodles , along with sliced capsicum, other veggies and bean sprouts, is perked up with a really pungent combination of sauces like Hoisin sauce, soya sauce and vinegar. Sesame seeds, a very popular garnish in Chinese cuisine, unfurls its magic in this dish too, creating a really crisp and aromatic sensation that is sure to tickle your taste buds.

In this Italian dish, the mozzarella cheese is the real star! Caprese is a type of Italian salad in which sautéed veggies are tossed with grated or sliced mozzarella cheese. The crunch of onions, the pungency of garlic, the succulence of zucchini and the juiciness of tomatoes are all accentuated by the addition of the grated cheese. Basil gives the Zucchini, Tomato and Mozzarella Caprese a nice herby touch while pepper gives a mild spiciness, which makes the caprese all the more enjoyable. Try other zucchini recipes like the Zucchini Stir- Fry or Broccoli, Spinach and Zucchini Stir- Fry .

Orange Zucchini Infused water is sure to brighten up your day! The orange and zucchini work harmoniously to add plenty of Vitamin C to your water. Add this veggie and fruit combo to 3/4th bottle of water, let it infuse for 2-3 hours and Voila! You're ready to enjoy every sip of its detoxifying goodness. Fruit Infuser Water Bottles are easily available all over India, in online shops as well as the home needs section of supermarkets and retail chains. If you don’t have a Fruit Infuser Bottle, you can just use any glass jar or pitcher. Put the fruits and vegetables in the pitcher along with water and allow them to infuse for 2 to 3 hours. Then, strain the mixture to get detox water. The fruits and vegetables can be discarded or more water can be added to make more detox water. Do not use the fruits or vegetables for more than twice. You can also try other Fruit Infused Water recipes from our collection like the Sweet Lime Cucumber Infused Water or Kiwi Watermelon Infused Water .

Here’s a totally off-beat way of making pasta, which is guaranteed to give you a pleasant surprise! Not only is it super easy to make but awesomely tasty too. The Veggie Mayo Pasta, believe it or not, does not have cheese sauce or red sauce, yet it tastes so perfectly creamy and saucy! The effect is achieved using eggless mayonnaise sauced up with the strained pasta water. As the water contains starch from the pasta, it helps to thicken the sauce and gives it a rich mouth-feel. Colourful and crunchy veggies give you textural variety, while an ideal mix of herbs and spices give you an appetizing flavour and aroma. You can serve the Veggie Mayo Pasta along with a bowl of soup and Garlic Bread. If you liked this, you are sure to also enjoy other unique pasta recipes like the Pasta with Chilli Tomatoes and Spinach and Veg Fettuccine Pasta in Pesto and Coriander Sauce Enjoy how to make Veggie Mayo Pasta recipe with detailed step by step photos.
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