{"id":6390,"date":"2023-08-09T04:44:44","date_gmt":"2023-08-08T21:44:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=6390"},"modified":"2023-08-09T04:44:44","modified_gmt":"2023-08-08T21:44:44","slug":"5-easy-zucchini-recipes-packed-with-fiber","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudhdtv.com\/?p=6390","title":{"rendered":"5 Easy Zucchini Recipes Packed With Fiber"},"content":{"rendered":"<p> <script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-3711241968723425\"\r\n     crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><br \/>\n<\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"drop-cap text-big text-gray\"> <span class=\"drop-cap__first text-dropcap \">I<\/span>t\u2019s high time to get your hands on some zucchini, the darling summer squash that&#8217;s in season from May through August. Which can only mean one thing: We\u2019re on the hunt for the best easy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/vegan-zucchini-recipes\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/vegan-zucchini-recipes\/\">zucchini recipes<\/a> to give this green fruit (yes, fruit!) the justice it deserves. Meaning made into more than just a mountain of zoodles, amirite?<\/div>\n<p>Thankfully, we\u2019ve teamed up with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/feelgoodfoodie\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/feelgoodfoodie\/\">Yumna Jawad<\/a> of <a href=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/\">Feel Good Foodie<\/a> to highlight five of her all-time favorite, easy zucchini recipes that highlight to celebrate the quintessential summertime ingredient. Plus, we caught up with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/realnutrition\/?hl=en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/realnutrition\/?hl=en\">Amy Shapiro<\/a>, MS, RD, CDN, a registered dietitian and the founder and director of <a href=\"https:\/\/realnutritionnyc.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/realnutritionnyc.com\/\">Real Nutrition<\/a>, who shared some of the key ways zucchini is great for overall health.<\/p>\n<hr\/>\n<hr\/>\n<h2><strong>Health benefits of zucchini, according to a registered dietitian<\/strong><\/h2>\n<h3>It&#8217;s anti-inflammatory<\/h3>\n<p>Whatever way you slice it, zucchini is delicious and packed with nutrients. \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/vitamin-a-foods\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/vitamin-a-foods\/\">Zucchini is a great source of vitamin A<\/a>, which is important for skin health. In fact, one cup provides 40 percent of the daily recommended dietary allowance,\u201d Shapiro says. What\u2019s more, zucchini is rich in antioxidants\u2014two of them include zeaxanthin and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/carotenoids\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/carotenoids\/\">beta-carotene<\/a>, which promote eye and skin health and help fight free radicals and reduce oxidative stress on cells.<\/p>\n<h3>Zucchini is packed with hydration-boosting potential, too<\/h3>\n<p>And there\u2019s no denying that as heat waves come and go throughout the summer, our hydration levels can start to take a toll. That\u2019s why Shapiro says zucchini is a great option for replenishing lost hydration (for context, zucchini is comprised of 95 percent H2O).<\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content \" style=\"\" data-module-init=\"related-content\" data-module-immediate=\"\" v-cloak=\"\">\n<div class=\"related-content__wrapper \" v-cloak=\"\" :class=\"{'is-loaded':isLoaded}\">\n<p> <span class=\"inline pr-6 text-seafoam-dark\">Related Stories<\/span> <\/p>\n<p> <related-content class=\"related-content__links\" parent-article-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-zucchini-recipes\/\" current-title=\"5 Anti-Inflammatory Zucchini Recipes That Require Zero Effort To Cook\" current-image=\"easy-zucchini-recipes-noodles-425x285.jpg\" v-on:parsely-posts-loaded=\"onPostsLoaded\" start-date=\"2023-02-08\" tag=\"div\" inline-template=\"\" url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-zucchini-recipes\/\" secret=\"w5ztterVB03LGZJLfXS0hf3EvQBuFFIWew9hmVQxthU\" apikey=\"wellandgood.com\" limit=\"3\"> <\/p>\n<div>\n<div class=\"related-content__card mb-[10px] sm:mb-[20px]\" :class=\"{'related-content__card--full':posts.length === 1}\" v-for=\"(post, key) in posts\"> <a v-on:click.prevent=\"trackLinkGA($event, key)\" :href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-zucchini-recipes\/post.url\" data-url-source=\"related-content\" class=\"related-content__link\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"\"> <\/p>\n<div class=\"related-content__card--image bg-tan\" :style=\"{ backgroundImage: 'url(' + post.image_url + ')' }\"> <img decoding=\"async\" :src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-zucchini-recipes\/post.image_url\" :alt=\"post.title\" class=\" js-inline-lazy-load\" src=\"\"\/> <\/div>\n<p> <\/a>  <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p> <\/related-content> <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3>&#8230;And it&#8217;s great for gut health<\/h3>\n<p>Finally, this fruit is ideal for promoting digestion thanks to its high water and fiber content. To that end, Shapiro recommends adding them to smoothies\u2014it\u2019s a fruit, after all\u2014as it can boost nutrition and hydration with one quick pulse. For best results, freeze them before blending.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>5 easy zucchini recipes to celebrate the season\u2019s harvest<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1099513\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1099513\" style=\"width: 472px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-1099513 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"easy zucchini recipes lemon zucchini bread\" width=\"472\" height=\"708\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/easy-zucchini-recipes-lemon-zucchini-bread_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1099513\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Feel Good Foodie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<h3>1. Lemon Zucchini Bread<\/h3>\n<p>Think of this lemon zucchini bread as the perfect summery version of a year-round classic. Indeed, the majority of (albeit delicious) <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/zucchini-bread-recipes\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/zucchini-bread-recipes\/\">zucchini bread recipes<\/a> tend to err on the side of warm, spicy, and nutty. This recipe has all of those great-tasting flavors plus the light and refreshing pizzazz of tangy, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/longevity-lemon-recipes\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/longevity-lemon-recipes\/\">longevity-boosting lemon<\/a>. Jawad adds lemon zest to the zucchini bread batter, a slightly unique approach compared to other zucchini bread recipes. But what truly sets this loaf apart is the homemade lemon glaze drizzled overtop that\u2019s the perfect compliment to moist and luscious zucchini bread. <em>Swoon<\/em>.<\/p>\n<p><em>Get the recipe: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/lemon-zucchini-bread\/#wprm-recipe-container-45333\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/lemon-zucchini-bread\/#wprm-recipe-container-45333\"><em>Lemon Zucchini Bread<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1099517\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1099517\" style=\"width: 441px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-1099517 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"Quinoa Stuffed Zucchini Boats\" width=\"441\" height=\"662\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/Quinoa-Stuffed-Zucchini-Boats_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1099517\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Feel Good Foodie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<h3>2. Quinoa-Stuffed Zucchini Boats<\/h3>\n<p>Protein is the name of the game when it comes to these quinoa-stuffed zucchini boats (one cup of quinoa has over <a href=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/168917\/nutrients\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/fdc.nal.usda.gov\/fdc-app.html#\/food-details\/168917\/nutrients\">eight grams of protein<\/a>). Rather than stuffing zucchini boats with the usual ground beef or poultry, Jawad makes a shallot, tomato, and quinoa stuffing that\u2019s satisfying and hearty. Although the recipe calls for goat cheese, feel free to omit it for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/vegan-zucchini-recipes\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/vegan-zucchini-recipes\/\">vegan-friendly zucchini recipe<\/a> modification.<\/p>\n<p><em>Get the recipe: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/quinoa-stuffed-zucchini-boats\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/quinoa-stuffed-zucchini-boats\/\"><em>Quinoa-Stuffed Zucchini Boats<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1099511\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1099511\" style=\"width: 473px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-1099511 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"easy zucchini recipes fritters\" width=\"473\" height=\"710\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/easy-zucchini-recipes-fritters_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1099511\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Feel Good Foodie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<h3>3. Zucchini Fritters<\/h3>\n<p>Unsure of what to make for a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-brunch-recipes\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/easy-brunch-recipes\/\">weekend brunch<\/a>? These zucchini fritters are the perfect option. They\u2019re light, airy, and crispy, made with a grated zucchini patty flavored with seasonings like garlic and onion powder before being fried ever so slightly to achieve the perfect crunch. Then, to balance out all the flavors, Jawad pairs the fritters with a side of homemade labneh dip made from labneh, cilantro, garlic powder, and lime juice. All to say: It\u2019s the epitome of comfort food.<\/p>\n<p><em>Get the recipe: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/zucchini-fritters\/#wprm-recipe-container-25172\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/zucchini-fritters\/#wprm-recipe-container-25172\"><em>Zucchini Fritters<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1099521\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1099521\" style=\"width: 441px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-1099521 js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"zucchini enchilada\" width=\"441\" height=\"662\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/zucchini-enchilada.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1099521\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Feel Good Foodie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<h3>4. Zucchini Enchiladas<\/h3>\n<p>Looking for a low-carb meal option? Say no more. These zucchini enchiladas swap out tortillas for thinly-sliced zucchini that houses a delicious cumin and chili powder seasoned shredded chicken filling. <em>Yep, we\u2019re officially drooling. <\/em>Plus, you can replicate the same concept to make just about any variation of these stuffed zucchini roll-ups your heart desires. Think: Zucchini lasagna roll-ups made with a creamy and dreamy Pomodoro sauce and fresh mozzarella cheese.<\/p>\n<p><em>Get the recipe: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/zucchini-enchiladas\/#wprm-recipe-container-9387\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/zucchini-enchiladas\/#wprm-recipe-container-9387\"><em>Zucchini Enchiladas\u00a0<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p><figure id=\"attachment_1099519\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-1099519\" style=\"width: 437px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-1099519  js-inline-lazy-load\" alt=\"zucchini brownies\" width=\"437\" height=\"656\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/08\/zucchini-brownies_falsexfalse_true_70.webp\"\/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-1099519\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Photo: Feel Good Foodie<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/p>\n<h3>5. Vegan Zucchini Brownies<\/h3>\n<p>If you\u2019re of the opinion that a meal isn\u2019t complete without something sweet to seal the deal, we hear you. So, let us introduce you to Jawad\u2019s (genius) vegan zucchini brownie recipe packed with fiber and tons of chocolatey goodness. Need I say more? Pair it with a scoop of your favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-vegan-ice-cream\/\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/www.wellandgood.com\/best-vegan-ice-cream\/\">alt-milk ice cream<\/a>, and you\u2019ve unlocked heaven on Earth.<\/p>\n<p><em>Get the recipe: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/zucchini-brownies\/#wprm-recipe-container-19840\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow\" referrerpolicy=\"no-referrer-when-downgrade\" data-vars-event=\"body text\" data-vars-click-url=\"https:\/\/feelgoodfoodie.net\/recipe\/zucchini-brownies\/#wprm-recipe-container-19840\"><em>Zucchini Brownies<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n<p><em>Easy gluten-free zucchini bread, anyone?:<\/em><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Try This Zucchini Bread For A Tasty, Veggie-Packed Snack | Alt-Baking Bootcamp | Well+Good\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/nE_XOc82MoA?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><span data-mce-type=\"bookmark\" style=\"display: inline-block; width: 0px; overflow: hidden; line-height: 0;\" class=\"mce_SELRES_start\">\ufeff<\/span><\/iframe><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<p><script async defer src=\"https:\/\/platform.instagram.com\/en_US\/embeds.js\"><\/script><br \/>\n<br \/><div data-type=\"_mgwidget\" data-widget-id=\"1675549\">\r\n<\/div>\r\n<script>(function(w,q){w[q]=w[q]||[];w[q].push([\"_mgc.load\"])})(window,\"_mgq\");\r\n<\/script>\r\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s high time to get your hands on some zucchini, the darling summer squash that&#8217;s in season from May through August. 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