Zucchini was one of the easiest vegetables to grow – once it started there was a steady flow of about 1-2 zucchini per week. Having enough space is ideal because the leaves can get very large, but we were able to grow a plant that yielded about the same amount at my grandmother’s in a 12-inch pot. With so much zucchini, we had to think of lots of ways to cook it.
Day 22 – It started out so small! 
Day 44 
Day 56 – First zucchini, a double one! 
Day 67 – More growing!
For someone who doesn’t even like zucchini, I feel like an expert. We typically cook it in ways that mask the flavor – I’ve found this to be pretty easy and enjoyable. We usually zoodle our zucchini to make noodles which we toss with any sauce/meat/veggies available – it’s the fastest and easiest thing for us. However, we’ve taken a little more time to make lasagna or croquets with the zucchini as well.
Zucchini Zoodle bed under Sauce 
Zucchini sliced with a mandolin to make Lasagna 
Zucchini grated/chopped with onion and bell peppers
to make into patties, topped with some meat and sauce
Zucchini Zoodles tossed with stir-fried veggies and sauce
With so much zucchini, it’s surprising that I didn’t get sick of it. Zucchini is definitely on the list to grow again next year!
Courgettes are always on my shopping list. I also add them to soups.