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Zucchini, the low carb, low caloric vegetable, has anti-inflammatory properties that will help lower your cholesterol and improve your heart health according to Dr Axe.com. Whether it be in the form of pasta, baked in brownies or grated into a fritter, zucchini is must have in your daily diet.
We have 6 flavoursome zucchini recipes you have to try!
An evident match made in heaven – the zucchini labneh tart is an ideal starter that is light, crisp and fresh with homemade labneh.
Basil pesto and zucchini noodles
Saving you from all the carb loading that wheat pasta provides, this alternative to pasta is low in calories and high in nutrients. This recipe makes for a wholesome lunch or light dinner.
Your meat-free Mondays just got better! These Greek-style stuffed zucchinis is the ultimate vegan meal that won’t have you missing that steak.
Zucchini pea and mint fritters
The perfect afternoon snack and lunch box saviour –these minty zucchini fritters are a great substitute for bread and crackers and are much more flavourful. Topped with anything from cream cheese to pesto this is undoubtedly tasty
Low carb zucchini, chive and mozzarella nut loaf
Zucchini in bread? Absolutely. This cheesy low carb bread is the perfect base for scrambled eggs on toast or delectable french toast and eliminates all feelings of guilt, yay!
Zucchini for dessert? This moist zucchini brownie is the perfect way to incorporate vegetables into your diet, topped with a creamy avocado frosting – this treat is so delicious you wouldn’t even believe it’s good for you!
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