Ways to Cooke Zucchini | Your Ultimate Summer Guide

Ways to Cooke Zucchini | Your Ultimate Summer Guide

Welcome to your ultimate zucchini cooking guide, straight from the Ways to Cooke kitchen. Whether you're staring down a garden bounty or making your weekly grocery run, this guide will help you get it right every time. Think: crisp edges, golden browning, and flavor-first technique that makes zucchini *actually* craveable.

✨ Here’s what we’ll cover:

  • 4 go-to methods for cooking zucchini with confidence
  • When to use each method depending on flavor + texture goals
  • Bonus pro tips to make them taste restaurant-level

Grilled

Heat: High | Time: 3–4 minutes per side

Brush long zucchini slices with olive oil, season with salt and herbs, and throw them on a hot grill. Let them sit without flipping too often to get those iconic dark grill marks and a little char.

Perfect for: BBQ nights, grain bowls, or stacking on sandwiches

Sautéed

Heat: Medium | Time: 5–7 minutes

Cut zucchini into half moons or wedges, then sauté in olive oil until lightly golden and tender. Add garlic or shallot early on for extra depth.

Perfect for: folding into pasta, eggs, or quick veggie sides

Roasted

Temp: 425°F | Time: 20–25 minutes

Thicker wedges of zucchini caramelize beautifully in a hot oven. Toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Flip once halfway through for even browning.

Perfect for: layering with other roasted veg or tossing with vinaigrette

Fried

Temp: 375°F oil | Time: 2–3 minutes per side

Bread zucchini slices with flour, egg, and panko. Fry until golden and drain on paper towels. Salt immediately and serve with aioli or lemon.

Perfect for: appetizers, crispy toppers, or snack boards

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