Today I would like to take you into the world of zucchini. This versatile vegetables are not only delicious, but also very healthy. Discover my best zucchini recipes and everything worth knowing about the zucchini-from the different varieties to the health benefits to tips for storing and preparing. And be sure to try out the latest recipe: zucchinis salad with mozzarella, lemon and chilli! Have fun reading and preparing.
My favorite zucchini recipes for you
First I would like to introduce you to my favorite recipes with zucchini. You can find them all here on my blog.
Each of these recipes has a special story: For example, I came up with the zucchini-Petersilien quiche because I wanted to bake a healthier variant of a quiche. And I prepared the buffers with zucchinis and chard from my parents’ garden. The vegetarian filled zucchini are based on a recipe from Yotam Ottolenghi. I thought about the vegan zucchini-cannelloni for my girlfriend Martina. So she had a simple and vegan dish for Christmas. The potato-zucchini casserole was created because I just wanted something unusual for breakfast.
You can see that zucchini are very diverse and not boring at all. Try one of these recipes or my latest zucchini recipe and let me know what your favorite is! Leave a comment or write to me. I look forward to your thoughts, ideas and suggestions.
The zucchinis salad – the latest recipe on my blog
The recipe is based on the zucchinis salad of one of my favorite chefs, namely Jamie Oliver. The salad is finished at lightning speed because you don’t need more than 10 minutes. Cut the ingredients, then prepare the dressing and mix everything together in a bowl. That was it.
Before you get prepared, however, take a look at my tips and tricks for preparing and storing zucchinis.
What exactly is a zucchini?
The zucchini looks like a cucumber, but is related to the pumpkin. It is actually a fruit, at least from a botanical point of view, but is used as a vegetable in the kitchen. And it is not only in green, but many different shapes and colors. You can find out which these are right here.
Which zucchini varieties are there and which ones are best suited for zucchinis salad?
The zucchini family comes in all possible colors and shapes. And here are some of them:
- Green zucchini: The classic. It is available in most supermarkets.
- Yellow zucchini: It is a little sweeter in taste. It is therefore ideal for the zucchinis salad.
- Round zucchini: Because of its shape, this variety is perfect for filling and baking in the oven.
- Striped zucchini: These varieties are a great addition to colorful dishes.
I often find special varieties on the weekly market on Karl-August-Platz. A trip there is worth it!
Why is zucchini so healthy?
As a nutritionist, I am always looking for food that are not only delicious, but also healthy. And the zucchini is exactly that:
- She has Little calories.
- It exists too 95% of water. This is great for our skin and hydration.
- It is also rich Fiber. They are good for our digestion.
- It contains Vitamins A, C and vitamin B. The strengths of our immune system.
- It also provides Minerals such as potassium. This is not only important for strengthening our heart, but also good for the muscles.
As a zucchinis salad, in a casserole or grilled – you can prepare zucchini as versatile
The zucchini is a real all -rounder in the kitchen and you can enjoy it as different:
- Raw – in a zucchinis salad or as a snack.
- Cooked – in soups or stews.
- Fried – in the pan with a little olive oil.
- Grilled – just place on the grill and then drizzle with a little olive oil.
- Baked – in cords or as a zucchini bread.
- Steamed – cooked gently to get the nutrients.
Tips for storing zucchini
So that your zucchini stays nice and fresh, here are some storage tips:
- In the fridge – It is best to keep zucchinis in the vegetable compartment.
- In a plastic bag – So the moisture of the vegetables is preserved.
- Do not wash before storing – This extends the durability.
- durability -Zucchini stays in the fridge for about 4-5 days.
Can you freeze zucchini?
Yes, that’s great! Here is my tip for that:
- Wash the zucchini thoroughly and cut into even slices.
- Blanch briefly (1-2 minutes in boiling water).
- Then cool completely and drain well.
- Then put in a freezing bag in portions and freeze!
Frozen zucchini stays in the freezer for about 3 months. After thawing, it is no longer quite as crisp as fresh zucchini, but in order not to have to throw it away, freezing is perfect.
Even more exciting facts
- Small zucchini often taste more aromatic than large ones and have fewer nuclei.
- The shell is not only edible, but contains many nutrients. So never peel zucchinis.
- Zucchini flowers are a delicacy – they are really tasty filled and fried! You should definitely try this recipe here. It’s not difficult and really good!
Conclusion: zucchinis salad and much more
That was my big zucchini guide! I hope you are just as enthusiastic about this great vegetable as I am. Maybe it inspires you to conjure up a delicious zucchini dish tonight? What is it? Do you maybe do this zucchinis salad? Or do you have any questions about zucchini? I look forward to your comments!
See you soon and enjoy it!
PS: Don’t forget to take a zucchini with you the next time you shop. Who knows, maybe you will be your new favorite vegetables! But now let this recipe taste good here.
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Description
Jamie Oliver’s zucchinis salad is perfect for summer. The combination of raw zucchini, sharp chilli and creamy mozzarella is simply irresistible. Here is my version with a small twist:
- Wash the zucchinis and cut into thin slices with a peeler. Place in a large bowl or bowl and set aside.
- Shoot the mozzarella and give it over the zucchinis.
- Halve the chilli, remove the seeds and cut them into small pieces. Add to the zucchinis and the Mozzarella.
- Prepare the dressing. To do this, stir the shell of a half amalfi lemon, the juice of the lemon and the olive oil with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and a little freshly ground black pepper and add over the zucchinis, the mozzarella and the chili.
- To serve, pour the mint or basil leaves over the salad.
Notes
Tip 1: Instead of the mozzarella, feta cheese can also be nutritated. Then I recommend fresh oregano instead of the mint or basil leaves.
Tip 2: You can also bake the combination in the oven. For this, the zucchinis, Mozzarella, chillies and dressing put it in a fireproof form and bake it in the oven at 180 ° C top and bottom heat for about 10 minutes.
This is how it works – roll it up or just put it in a fire -proof bowl
- Preparation: 10 min
- Cook: 0 min
- Category: lettuce
- Method: Fresh
- Cuisine: International
