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Delicately flavoured zucchinis are a versatile, no-fuss vegetable that requires minimal preparation. Cut in half, Slice, dice, chop, grate, spiralize, hollow them out or use whole. Zucchini is a very multipurpose veggie with tender flesh and mild flavour; its delicate flavour and texture naturally take up other flavours and can be used in many different ways.

SELECT:

Choose firm zucchini with glossy skin.

STORE:

Keep zucchini in a plastic bag in the crisper in the fridge. Use with 3-4 days.

PREPARE:

There is no need to peel; use the entire vegetable!

ZUCCHINI ROUNDS:

Thread onto skewers to complement chicken or meat or use as a delicious addition to stir-fries or frittatas.

GRATED ZUCCHINI:

Add to burger or meatball mixtures, Bolognese sauce or fritters.

ZUCCHINI RIBBONS:

Using a vegetable peeler, slice zucchini lengthways to make these delicate wafer-thin ribbons. Toss into salads and hot pasta sauces.

SPIRALIZED ZUCCHINI ZOODLES:

Made using a spiralizer, zoodles – these bright veggie curls – can be used in place of spaghetti, added to coleslaw or tossed through salads.

JULIENNED ZUCCHINI:

Thinly slice zucchini lengthways using a hand-held julienne peeler, then add to salad bowls, laksa or pasta sauces.

 DICED ZUCCHINI:

Pan-fry and add to pasta bakes, stir-fries, soups or fried rice.