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Zucchini is available all year long, but peak during late spring.
Cut & clean
Zucchini is low maintenance. Keep it simple: give them a rinse under cool water, but leave the skins on. Slice lengthwise or widthwise, dice, or cut into matchstick-sized pieces.
The smaller, the tastier!
Smaller zucchinis have the most flavor.
Quick & easy recipe
Slice zucchini lengthwise and roast with sliced onions and a dash of salt and pepper for a super side dish.
Wash zucchini just before using. The thin skins don’t need to be removed. Slice zucchini lengthwise and roast with sliced onions, add to soups or crudités, or stew with tomatoes, garlic, and basil.
Zucchini is a variety of summer squash. The individual squash range in size from 2 inches (5 cm) to 2 feet (61cm) long. Baby zucchini is also available.
Zucchini (raw), 1 cup (sliced with skin) (113g)
Calories: 18
Protein: 1g
Carbohydrate: 4g
Total Fat: 0g
Fiber: 1g
*Excellent source of: Vitamin C (19.21mg)
*Good source of: Manganese (0.20mg), and Vitamin B6 (0.25mg)
*Foods that are an “excellent source” of a particular nutrient provide 20% or more of the Recommended Daily Value. Foods that are a “good source” of a particular nutrient provide between 10 and 20% of the Recommended Daily Value.
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