In honor of this most ultimate summer squash, today we’re giving it the attention it deserves. Sound good?
Zucchinis are packed with beta-carotene, potassium, and B vitamins. They also provide fiber and a bit of Vitamin C, but a large zucchini contains only 16 calories!
While zucchini can be used in muffin and loaf recipes, I prefer to eat it in its pure form, simply stir-fried as a simple side dish. Oh, you know what else is good? Grated zucchini sautéed in olive oil and a bit of garlic with salt and pepper. Absolutely delicious and almost rice-like in texture.
This is one versatile and delicious veggie!
Now, it’s time for your Trick:
If you don’t know what to do with all that zucchini in your garden, grate it up and put it in the freezer, sealed individually in one-cup servings.
Your Tip:
Select small to medium-sized zucchini if you’re eating them for flavor. The bigger guys start to lose their taste after a while. They’re okay for purposes like zucchini bread, but they won’t do much for you in a stir fry.
And your Recipe!
Fried Egg and Veggie Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil divided
- 1 medium onion diced
- 1 large red bell pepper stemmed, seeded and diced
- 1 pound zucchini quartered and thinly sliced
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon fresh chopped thyme
- 4 large eggs
Instructions
- In a very large skillet over medium high heat, melt half the coconut oil. Add onion, pepper, and zucchini and sauté for 5 to 8 minutes, until tender.
- Season with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir in thyme.
- Move the veggies to the outer edges of the skillet and lower the heat to medium. Add the remaining coconut oil. Crack eggs into the center and fry for 1 to 2 minutes. Flip eggs over and fry for an additional 1 to 2 minutes, or until eggs reach desired doneness.
- Carefully scoop vegetables out and top with eggs. Season eggs with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Serve immediately.
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2 Responses
YES for zucchini noodles!
I love all the wonderful nutrition that we get from Zucchini.
God bless,
Gustavo Ceja