Green Zucchini Delivery or Pickup

Green zucchini is a type of squash. "Squash" and "green zucchini" are sometimes used interchangeably, but not all squash are green zucchini. The green zucchini is harvested before it is mature to make its rind edible. This summer squash variety was first developed in Italy, then brought to the New World.

The green zucchini is a cucumber and melon family member, but it takes after the former. You can identify a green zucchini by its long and slender shape that's round and thick on one end. These vegetables, which are technically fruits, have very fast growing times. Before they're picked, green zucchini can grow up to 2 inches every day! As a result, green zucchini are fairly inexpensive ingredients that add sustenance and nutrition to your recipes.

One of the greatest aspects of the green zucchini is the wide array of applications it can be used for. It can be served as a base for dinner, prepared as a side, placed fresh on top of a salad, and much more.

The green zucchini is a summer crop, so you'll find the freshest options during the hotter months of the year. However, green zucchini are available year-round thanks to shipping methods. There are a few things you should be on the lookout for to ensure you're getting a good green zucchini.

Try to find green zucchini that have deep and healthy-looking green colors on their skin. Green zucchini should be pretty firm when you buy them. Remember that bigger is not necessarily better with green zucchini, as the larger ones can have weaker flavors than their more compact counterparts. Try to choose green zucchini that have a good amount of stem on the end, as these will last longer. 

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As with most vegetables, you should wash your green zucchini before you prepare it. Only wash green zucchini that you plan on using for your next meal, as the excess moisture can hasten the spoilage process. From there, you can simply cut off the stem end of your green zucchini and prepare the rest according to your recipe.

You can slice up green zucchini to prepare as a side to entrees. Saute your sliced green zucchini with butter, onion, and parmesan for a simple yet delicious side dish. You can cut the green zucchini into long strips to substitute for noodles if you're looking for a flavorful and healthy dinner. Slice thick strips of zucchini and throw them on the grill with some Italian dressing for a great summertime treat.

The green zucchini is a versatile vegetable that you can use in many ways. We suggest searching for a recipe that calls for green zucchini and sounds good to you to start your culinary relationship with this inexpensive and tasty vegetable.