Meal Plan: September 6th

Delicious Zucchini and Summer Squash Recipes!

(6)

 

Zucchini and Summer Squash

This week we've chosen to highlight zucchini and summer squash, the forever flexible summer vegetable, which can be transformed into anything from a savory galette, to a beautiful summer risotto or even a chocolate cake! To make this full menu you'll need 9 zucchini and 2 summer squash—happy cooking!
 


THE ZUCCHINI AND SUMMER SQUASH MENU
 
THE RECIPES
 
 
Zucchini Galette with Herby Ricotta
by @andrealoretdemola

This flaky galette is filled with an herby ricotta mixture and topped with layers of tender zucchini. The ricotta brings a beautiful creaminess to the dish and then it's baked off until golden and delicious!

CLICK HERE TO SHOP RECIPE

Get 50+ Savory Galette Recipes
 
Spicy Chicken and Zucchini Patties by @familyfoodonthetable

Transform your zucchini into deliciously moist fritters! Grated squash is mixed with ground chicken, garlic and cayenne to create flavorful patties. And the best thing? They're on the table in 20 minutes. 

CLICK HERE TO SHOP RECIPE

Get 50+ Chicken Recipes
Lemon Tahini Dill Zoodles with Garlicky Shrimp by @starinfinitefood

This light and refreshing dinner is the perfect thing as the summer winds down. And if you don't have a spiralizer, no problem! Use a vegetable peeler to create wider strips of zucchini, similar to pappardelle pasta. 

CLICK HERE TO SHOP RECIPE

Get 50+ Spiralized Recipes
 
Creamy Lemon Thyme Zucchini Risotto by @magsmakes28

We love a good risotto, especially one filled with bright lemony flavors like this one! This recipe uses grated zucchini, which melts right into the risotto as it cooks. 

CLICK HERE TO SHOP RECIPE

Get 50+ Risotto Recipes
 
Chicken with Summer Zucchini, Tomatoes and Basil Pasta by @dianemorrisey

Tender chicken breast, zucchini and tomatoes make up the bulk of this dinner, but feel free to stir in any leftover greens you need to use up! This is easy summer pasta is a dish you'll make again and again.

CLICK HERE TO SHOP RECIPE

Get 50+ Pasta Recipes
Summer Squash Focaccia 
by @jakecohen

This focaccia is the perfect thing to make pizza style! Just add cheese 10 minutes before it comes out of the oven and serve it up with marinara for dipping. 


CLICK HERE TO SHOP RECIPE

Get 50+ Focaccia Recipes

 

Chocolate Zucchini Frosted Cake 
by @dianemorrisey

We know you may be asking–vegetables in cake? We promise when you make this cake once, you'll never look back! The last of your grated squash makes this cake super moist and fluffy. 

CLICK HERE TO SHOP RECIPE

Get 50+ Chocolate Cake Recipes