Zapped With Zucchini

This time of year everyone who planted Zucchini in their garden should have plenty of the squash.  

Zucchini is one of the most prolific plants in the gardening world. 

Low in calories and high in folic acid (vitamin B9, vitamin B6). Potassium and vitamin A, C, and dietary fiber.    A 1/2 cup of zucchini also has 19% of the recommended amount of manganese. Rated 5 stars for weight loss and optimum health. The glycemic load is low and it’s considered slightly inflammatory.

I just had a great soup a friend made. Vegetables and the squash with some country sausage which was really good. The spices he used are his secret. We enjoyed his soup out at the campfire in the back yard.

The best way to cut back on your yield is to enjoy the flowers. The health benefits of the flower are the same as the squash.  There are plenty of recipes for them and they store well in the freezer.  

I have been enjoying Sweet Potato Fries and just came across a Zucchini Fries recipe. They are baked in the oven with your favorite spices. I use honey mustard for a dip.

If you didn't grow some squash the years check with your friends. I bet they will be glad to share some with you. I would guess if it’s in their garden they have already given you some.

Be sure to tuck some away in the freezer, the flowers too. Zucchini Bread is one of my favorites.  We always give it out at Christmas.  

• Self Nutritional Data: Zucchini 
• Mayo Clinic: Zucchini 
• Martha's Zucchini and Summer Squash Basics