Does it seem like you have zucchini coming out your ears? If you have that wonderful ‘problem,’ here are 101 delicious zucchini recipes that are all gluten-free!
Missing out.
I don’t know about you, but diet and lifestyle changes have a way of introducing you to new and delicious foods. Foods that you might have thought you didn’t like. For me, one of those foods was zucchini.
Before switching to a real food, gluten free diet 6 years ago, I don’t think I’d ever tried zucchini, and I was sure I wouldn’t like it! But after a friend offered me some of her garden-fresh zucchini, I was hooked. It was so refreshing and sweet!
I had been missing out on so much! Not only is zucchini delicious, it’s full of vitamins A & C, antioxidants, beta-carotin, and potassium. It’s very versatile, too. You can eat it raw, steamed, baked, boiled, in breads, as pasta, and more!
All the zucchini things!
Now I can’t get enough of all the zucchini recipes! If you’re like me, and enjoy finding new ways to use zucchini, or you just have too much in your garden and need to use it up, I’ve rounded up over 100 delicious zucchini recipes. And they’re all gluten-free and refined-sugar free!
Breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert, and even snacks! These recipes are beautiful, creative ways to get all that nutritious zucchini goodness into your diet.
So grab your zucchini and enjoy…
Breakfast
Thought zucchini was only a side dish to go with your dinner? Think again! There are some delicious ways to serve up zucchini for breakfast!
Agapanthus and Crustless Zucchini-Gruyère Tartlets from Cooking on the Weekends
Cheesy Courgette Frittata Muffins from Emma Eats & Explores
Chocolate Zucchini Overnight Oats from Nourish Everyday (pictured)
Chocolate Zucchini Pancakes with Blueberries from Strength & Sunshine
Cinnamon Raisin Zucchini Muffins from Raising Generation Nourished
Coconut Flour Zucchini Bread from Small Footprint Family
Crustless Zucchini Radish Quiche from Low Carb Yum
Grain-Free Zucchini Bread from Nourish Everyday
Green Shakshuka from Coffee & Crayons
Overnight Smoky Zucchini Breakfast Casserole from Homemade Food Junkie
Pakora (Crispy Zucchini Fritters) from Fusion Craftiness
Paleo Zucchini Apple Muffins from This Is So Good
Paleo Zucchini Fritters from Happy Mothering
Savory Zucchini Tart from Homemade Food Junkie
Smoky Chipotle Bacon Zucchini Cake Recipe from Cooking on the Weekends
The Best & Healthiest Zucchini Muffins from Taste Abounds
Zucchini Apple Bread or Muffins from Allergy Free Alaska
Zucchini Bread Waffles from Jessi’s Kitchen (pictured)
Zucchini & Feta Fritters from Just A Little Bit of Bacon
Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Ricotta from The Organic Kitchen (use the gluten-free option)
Zucchini Kuku (Persian Frittata) from The Delicious Crescent
Zucchini Lemon Waffles from Recipes to Nourish
Entres
More than just zoodles, zucchini can be used in so many delicious ways! Check out these amazing entree recipes that will delight your tastebuds and fill your belly!
Baked Stuffed Zucchini Flowers from Compass & Fork
Cheesy Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini from Texas Granola Girl
Classic French Ratatouille from Bacon Is Magic
Cream of Zucchini Soup from Raising Generation Nourished
Dairy-Free Zucchini Soup with Hard Boiled Eggs from Maria Ushakova
Dijon Tilapia With Peach Zucchini Salsa from Strength & Sunshine
Easy Paleo Shrimp Remoulade Stuffed Zucchini Boats from Whitty Paleo
Grain-Free Meatballs with Tomato & Zucchini Sauce from Yummy Inspirations
Hasselback Zucchini Pepperoni Pizza from Peace, Love & Low Carb
Healthy Corn & Zucchini Chowder from Coffee & Crayons
Healthy Tuna Poke Bowl from Beyond Mere Sustenance
Lentil Quinoa Meatball Bolognese & Zucchini Noodles from Strength & Sunshine
Low Carb Bolognese Stuffed Zucchini Boats from Keto Kitchen
Low Carb Cheddar Cheese & Zucchini Muffins from Keto Kitchen
One Pot Ratatouille Rice from Yep, It’s Vegan
Paleo Pho from The Things We’ll Make
Pea Zucchini Mint Soup from Rhian’s Recipes
Ratatouille from Happy Kitchen. Rocks
Roasted Ratatouille from Veggies Save the Day
Super Cheese Zucchini Ribbon Lasagna Alfredo from Fearless Dining
Vegan Ricotta Stuffed Zucchini Ravioli from Avocado Pesto (pictured)
Vegan Skillet Zucchini Parmesan from Kitchen of Youth
Vegan Zucchini Lasagna with Tofu Ricotta and Walnut Sauce from Create Mindfully
Vegetable Tempura Nests from What A Girl Eats
Zucchini Chickpea Stew from Veggies Save the Day
Zucchini Gratin from Wholesome Yum
Zucchini Noodle Crusted Pizza Pie with 3 Cheeses from The Dinner Mom
Zucchini Pizza Bites from Wholesome Yum
Zucchini Ribbons Romesco from The Kitchen Prep (pictured)
Zucchini Ricotta Meatballs from Fearless Dining (pictured)
Zucchini Ricotta Torta with Mixed Greens from The Organic Kitchen (use the gluten-free option)
Pasta
One of my favorite things to do with zucchini is stick it in my handy spiralizer! If you’re looking for ways to ‘zoodle’ up that zucchini, I’ve got you covered with these delicious zucchini “pasta” dishes.
10 Minute Paleo Smoked Salmon Courgette Carbonara from Whitty Paleo
Avocado Pesto Zucchini Noodles from Yep, It’s Vegan
Cold Peanut Zucchini Noodles from Abra’s Kitchen (pictured)
Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Pasta from Taste Abounds
Lobster Scampi with Zucchini Noodles from Le Petit Eats
Mediterranean Zucchini Noodle Pasta from Peace Love & Low Carb
One Pan Zucchini Noodles with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes from Yummy Mummy Kitchen
Paleo Jambalaya with Zoodles from A Sprinkling of Cayenne
Red Bean Lentil Zucchini Spaghetti from Vegan with Curves (pictured)
Speedy Zucchini Bacon Alfredo from My Montana Kitchen
Spicy Chicken Stroganoff with Broiled Zoodles from A Sprinkling of Cayenne
Spiralized Zucchini Noodles & Lemon Caper Butter from Umami Girl
Spiralized Zucchini Noodles & Turkey Meat Sauce from Umami Girl
Summer Squash Zoodles with Chicken Sausage Alfredo from Raia’s Recipes (pictured)
Summer Veggie Zoodles with Red Pepper Lemon Vinaigrette from My Gluten-Free Miami
Szechuan Zoodles from Kitchen of Youth
Sun-Dried Tomato & Basil Pesto Zoodles from Personally Paleo
Vegan Zucchini Pasta Alfredo from VNutrition
Zoodles with Raw Tomato Basil Sauce from Kitchen of Youth
Zucchini Artichoke Mushroom Lasagna from Green Scheme
Zucchini Noodle Alfredo from The Dinner Mom
Zucchini Noodle Curry Coconut Soup with Grilled Tofu from Girl Heart Food
Zucchini Noodles with Healthy Alfredo Sauce from Wholesome Yum
Zucchini Noodles with Kale, Onion & Goat Cheese from The Kitchen Prep
Zucchini Pasta 2 Ways from Taste Abounds
Zucchini Pasta from Yummy Inspirations
Zucchini Pasta Carbonara from Mommypotamus (pictured)
Sides
Go with these creative recipes to serve up some zucchini on the side of your main dish, or even eat it as a snack!
Angel Hair Zucchini Salad from Green Scheme
Cheesy Garlic Zucchini Chips from Happy Mothering
Courgette, Pea & Feta Summer Salad from Emma Eats & Explores
Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fries from Wholesome Yum
Easy Fried Zucchini & Squash from Wholesome Yum
Garlic & Herb Zucchini Chips from This Is So Good
Garlic Zucchini Fries from Recipes to Nourish
Grilled Zucchini with Mint, Lemon, and Feta from Erica Julson
Herbed Roasted Cauliflower Rice with Coriander and Grilled Zucchini from The Spice Train (pictured)
Low-Carb Zucchini Fries from Low Carb Yum
Italian Style Sauteed Onion and Zucchini Rounds from She Loves Biscotti
Marinated Zucchini & Summer Squash from Caroline’s Cooking
Paleo Tabbouleh with Zucchini Rice from Forest & Fauna
Parmesan Baked Zucchini Spears from Raising Generation Nourished
Rainbow Noodle Salad from Lauren Caris Cooks
Raw Vegan Pesto with Zucchini from Small Footprint Family
Raw Zucchini Hummus from The Things We’ll Make
Scalloped Zucchini & Crookneck Squash from Raia’s Recipes
Tomato, Zucchini, and Yellow Squash Gratin from Erica Julson
Thai Style Zucchini Noodle Salad with Edamame Beans from Lauren Caris Cooks
Vegan Zucchini Rolls with Herbed Cashew Ricotta, Mint & Avocado from Avocado Pesto (pictured)
Vegetable Kugel from Kitchen of Youth
Warm Mediterranean Quinoa Salad with Zucchini from Texas Granola Girl
Zucchini Mushroom Salad from Mama Likes to Cook
Zucchini Noodle Salad with Bacon & Tomatoes from Wholesome Yum (pictured)
Zucchini Ribbon Salad from What A Girl Eats
Zucchini Salad with Mango Ginger Dressing from Suntemple Food
Dessert
Want a healthy dessert to sneak your zucchini into? These delicious treats are just what you need!
Buttermilk Carob Zucchini Cake from Raia’s Recipes
Carob Zucchini Milkshake from Raia’s Recipes (pictured)
Chocolate Chunk Zucchini Bread from Bakerita
Chocolate Zucchini Brownies from Texanerin
Chocolate Zucchini Cake from Jessi’s Kitchen (pictured)
Paleo Chocolate Zucchini Bread from Allergy Free Alaska
Paleo Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes with Paleo Chocolate Frosting from Bakerita (pictured)
Summer Squash Chocolate Sheet Cake from Raia’s Recipes
Zucchini Cake with Cream Cheese Frosting from Recipes to Nourish
See something you liked? Try it out! And if there’s a zucchini recipe you love that I’m missing, I’d love to try it out!
Don’t forget to pin these delicious zucchini recipes for later!
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Wow! What a great collection! Thanks for including my recipes.
You’re so welcome, Linda! Thank you for letting me share them!
Shared this one on FB today.
Already have made one of the recipes!
Yippee!
Yay! I’m so glad to hear it!
What a beautiful collection of recipes! Thanks for including mine 🙂
Oh my goodness everything sounds so good! I have to say that the chocolate zucchini cake from Jessi’s Kitchen and your carob zucchini milkshake are calling my name! 🙂 Thanks for including some of my recipes!
Thanks so much, Emily! I can’t wait to try that cake, too! And the milkshake is always a winner… I hope you get to enjoy them both!
Wonderful collection of zucchini recipes. My counters are loaded with garden zucchini. I’m checking out all of these recipes. Pinned and shared. Thanks for including ours too!
Glad to include yours Diane! Thanks for letting me share it. 🙂 I hope you find some delicious ways to use up all your zucchini!
What a delicious collection of recipes! Thanks for linking to my Crustless Zucchini-Gruyère Tartlets. 🙂
Glad to, Valentina! Thanks so much for letting me share it!
I love zucchini! So excited to try these recipes. Thanks for including a few of mine.
Glad to include them, Maya! I hope you find some others you enjoy, too!
These look great! Thanks so much for including me.
You’re so welcome, Kyndra! Thanks for letting me share your recipes!
So much Yum!! Those chocolate zucchini cakes and breads are ones I can’t wait to try!
Thank you for including me in all of this awesomeness!!
what an amazing round-up! 100 zucchini recipes! Wow. I’ll never run out of recipe inspirations! Thanks!
Haha! You’re so welcome. 😉