• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
Paleo Leap | Paleo diet Recipes & Tips
  • Recipes
    • Beef and Red Meat
    • Chicken and Poultry
    • Pork
    • Fish and Seafood
    • Eggs
    • Soups
    • Salads
    • Sides, Veggies and Appetizers
    • Sauces, Dips & Vinaigrettes
    • Drinks
    • Sweets and Snacks
    • Cooking Tips
  • Learn
  • Your Starting Point
    • Topic Index
    • Paleo 101
    • Paleo Meal Plan
    • Paleo Food List
    • Transitioning to Paleo
    • Am I Doing it Right? - Checklist
    • Mini-Course for Beginners
  • Popular Topics
    • Recipes for Beginners
    • Breakfast Ideas
    • Homemade Condiments
    • Legumes
    • Wheat & Gluten
    • Dairy
    • Nightshades
  • More
    • Compilations
    • Foods
menu icon
go to homepage
  • Recipes
  • Chicken
  • Pork
  • Snacks
  • Salads
  • Learn Paleo
  • Paleo Cooking Tips
  • Paleo Diet Foods
  • Paleo Recipe Compilations
  • Keto Diet Recipes
  • Paleo Beef and Red Meat Recipes
  • Paleo Drink Recipes
  • Paleo Egg Recipes
  • Paleo Fish and Seafood Recipes
  • Paleo Sauces and Dips
  • Paleo Sides, Veggies and Appetizers
  • Paleo Soup Recipes
  • Paleo Tips & Tricks
  • Paleo Topic Index
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • search icon
    Homepage link
    • Recipes
    • Chicken
    • Pork
    • Snacks
    • Salads
    • Learn Paleo
    • Paleo Cooking Tips
    • Paleo Diet Foods
    • Paleo Recipe Compilations
    • Keto Diet Recipes
    • Paleo Beef and Red Meat Recipes
    • Paleo Drink Recipes
    • Paleo Egg Recipes
    • Paleo Fish and Seafood Recipes
    • Paleo Sauces and Dips
    • Paleo Sides, Veggies and Appetizers
    • Paleo Soup Recipes
    • Paleo Tips & Tricks
    • Paleo Topic Index
    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    Home » Paleo Diet Foods

    Paleo Foods: Zucchini

    Last Modified: Jan 18, 2023 by Paleo Leaper · This post may contain affiliate links · Leave a Comment

    Sharing is caring!

    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Reddit

    Zucchini highlights

    Zucchini might not be the most nutrient-dense vegetable out there, but it's a winner for versatility, and it's easy on any stomach.

    Nutrition Details

    [table id=12 /]

     

    Macronutrients Macros in Context

    Here's how 1 cup of zucchini stacks up in the context of a typical Paleo meal:

    Blue bars show the typical range in grams for a Paleo meal. For example, a Paleo meal usually includes 30-60 grams of fat, but where you personally fall in that range will depend on your preference.

    Orange dots show how zucchini fits into the typical nutrient profile of a Paleo meal.

    Macros in Context - zucchini

    Buying it Buy It

    Look for zucchini that are fairly firm, and don't keep them in the fridge too long - they're pretty delicate and don't always store well.

    • SIZE: Small zucchini can be about the size of two fingers put together, and big ones look like you could use them for a baseball bat. Pick the size that works best for whatever recipe you have planned.
    • SEASON: Zucchini are best during the summer.
    • COLORS: Standard zucchini is dark green all over. Some varieties have light green stripes lengthwise. There’s also a yellow summer squash that tastes almost the same, so you can substitute it in zucchini recipes.

    In zucchini season, you can also buy the edible zucchini flowers at a farmers market or get them from a gardener. Snap them up; they’re tasty!

    Cooking with it Cook It

    [one_half]

    STOVETOP

    Puree zucchini and cook them into a mild and comforting soup.

    [/one_half]

    [one_half_last]

    OVEN

    Roast for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until nicely golden-brown on both sides.

    [/one_half_last]

    [one_half]

    GRILL

    Cut zucchini lengthwise to grill or chop them up small and cook in a grill basket.

    [/one_half]

    [one_half_last]

    SKILLET

    Pan-fry zucchini noodles with garlic and olive oil for extra flavor. They don’t need long – 2-3 minutes, tops.

    [/one_half_last]

    Cook the flowers: pan-fry until crispy, or stuff them with your choice of meat + seasonings, and bake in the oven.

     

    Recipe ideas Recipe Ideas

    Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

    Garlic Shrimp with Zucchini Noodles

    Steak Zucchini Boats

    Steak Zucchini Boats

    Grilled Chicken Breasts with Zucchini

    Grilled Chicken Breasts with Zucchini

    Cream of Zucchini Soup

    Cream of Zucchini Soup

     

    More Paleo Diet Foods

    • Paleo (And Keto!) Foods: Pili Nuts
    • Paleo Foods: Swiss Chard
    • Paleo Foods: Butternut Squash
    • Paleo Foods: Figs

    Sharing is caring!

    • Facebook
    • Twitter
    • Reddit

    Filed Under: Paleo Diet Foods

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    Primary Sidebar

    paleo leap square logo

    Hi, I'm Rick! Paleo Leap is the oldest and biggest resource online, covering everything about the paleo diet. We have over 1500 recipes categorized and plenty of meal plans for you to try.

    More about me →

    Popular

    • Bacon-Wrapped Salmon Recipe
    • Almond Milk Custard Recipe
    • Flourless Banana Pancakes Recipe
    • Turban Squash Soup Recipe

    Recent Recipes:

    • Coffee and Vanilla Bean Prime Roast
    • Roasted Veal Chops and Red Grapes
    • Veggies with Guacamole
    • Simple Paleo Meatloaf

    paleo leap square logo

    Hi, I'm Rick! Paleo Leap is the oldest and biggest resource online, covering everything about the paleo diet. We have over 1500 recipes categorized and plenty of meal plans for you to try.

    More about me →

    Popular

    • Bacon-Wrapped Salmon Recipe
    • Almond Milk Custard Recipe
    • Flourless Banana Pancakes Recipe
    • Turban Squash Soup Recipe

    Recent Recipes:

    • Simple Beef Pot Roast Recipe
    • Lasagna with Zucchini Noodles
    • Chorizo Burgers with Fried Egg and Onions
    • Bean-Less Texas-Style Chili

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Disclaimer
    • Cookie Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact

    As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

    For your information only. The statements on this website are merely opinions. Paleo Leap does not provide medical or nutritional advice, treatment, or diagnosis. Read the full disclaimer.

    Copyright © 2023 Paleo Leap