How to Use zucchini in a Sentence

zucchini

noun
  • Grill the zucchini and squash for just about a minute per side.
    — The Washington Post, OregonLive.com, 22 May 2018
  • Don't let those zucchini get away from you.
    — Andy Wilcox, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 May 2026
  • Add the zucchini cubes to the pan and turn them over to coat with the oil.
    — San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Sep. 2019
  • Cut zucchini into thin slices and add it to the onion in the pan.
    — Gretchen McKay, charlotteobserver, 2 Oct. 2017
  • Just shred raw zucchini using a box grater, and fold it right in.
    — Cynthia Sass, Rd, Health.com, 20 Apr. 2021
  • The basil was fresh and the julienned zucchini gives a nice crunch.
    — cleveland, 23 Nov. 2021
  • Choose zucchini that are slim, firm and bright green for the best results.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 28 Sep. 2024
  • Next, add the ridge gourd and ivy gourd (or the zucchini and chayote).
    — Vicky Hallett, NPR, 1 Apr. 2025
  • Longer foods like carrots and zucchini may need to be cut in half to fit in the chute.
    — Andrea Wurzburger, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 June 2023
  • This is a delicious way to put the last of that zucchini to good use.
    — Julie Giuffrida, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2023
  • Used a combo of squash and zucchini.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 1 Feb. 2026
  • Used a combo of squash and zucchini.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 5 Apr. 2026
  • Used a combo of squash and zucchini.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 24 May 2026
  • Return the eggplant and zucchini to the pan and bring to a boil.
    — BostonGlobe.com, 15 June 2021
  • Brush the leek and zucchini with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
    — Kelly McCarthy, ABC News, 16 Apr. 2026
  • Grate zucchini using the largest holes of a box grater (about 2 cups packed).
    — Kim Sunée, Anchorage Daily News, 15 Aug. 2019
  • Turn the zucchini while peeling and be careful not to reach the seeds.
    — Bethany Thayer, Detroit Free Press, 22 Apr. 2023
  • Add zucchini, green onions, and 1/8 tsp.
    — Maddy Bendgen, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Apr. 2026
  • Roughly chop the skinned peppers and add them to the bowl with the zucchini.
    — G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 18 Aug. 2022
  • Add the eggplant and zucchini and the poblano strips and gently toss.
    — Joe Yonan, Twin Cities, 9 Aug. 2019
  • Toss the zucchini with the maple tahini glaze to coat pieces lightly.
    — chicagotribune.com, 11 Oct. 2021
  • Paint the zucchini strips on both sides with the oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
    — Leah Eskin, chicagotribune.com, 13 June 2017
  • Get the zucchini noodles to start followed by the dover sole.
    — Jaimie Potters, Marie Claire, 29 May 2019
  • With a brush, glaze both sides of the zucchini and halloumi slices.
    — Shivani Vora, Forbes.com, 8 July 2025
  • Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the zucchini and a large pinch of salt.
    — G. Daniela Galarza, Washington Post, 18 Aug. 2022
  • The farm staff would try to set aside a few extra pieces of zucchini for Jacius.
    — Taylor Hartz, Hartford Courant, 4 Sep. 2022
  • Serve these crispy zucchini sticks and put that farmers' market haul to good use.
    — Patricia S York, Southern Living, 23 June 2026
  • Place grated zucchini in a colander set over a bowl.
    — Laura McLively, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026
  • Once the onions are browned and the zucchini softened, add the haddock.
    — CBS News, 22 Nov. 2025
  • Whip up this easy and healthy zucchini dish for breakfast, lunch, or dinner.
    — Nellah Bailey McGough, Southern Living, 20 Feb. 2026

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