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21 Delicious Easy Ways To Use Fresh Abundant Zucchini

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Mid and late summer – and even early fall – is the perfect time to enjoy zucchini. This tender vegetable is so well suited to everything from soups to quick breads, main dishes, sides and more, 21 delectable ideas in all – even Instant Pot and Air Fryer recipes. We are here to help you enjoy this beloved summer vegetable.

Summer Vegetable Garden Soup

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Are you stuck in a soup rut and only think of it during the winter? You are missing out! The garden and farmer’s markets are bursting with fresh veggies just begging to be combined at this time of year and this Summer Garden Vegetable Soup is one of our favorite ways to combining many of them into one satisfying dish. Get the recipe for Summer Vegetable Garden Soup.

Gluten-Free Lemon Zucchini Bread

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We love zucchini bread, and want to play around with the classic approach. We found that the addition of lemon was a great enhancement! Get the recipe for Lemon Zucchini Bread.

Shrimp & Corn Chowder

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With a bag of frozen shrimp in the freezer this homestyle chowder comes together in a flash. The corn, fresh basil and tender, hearty potatoes make this a meal. Get the recipe for Shrimp & Corn Chowder.

Eggplant Zucchini Tomato Pasta Sauce

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Eggplant Zucchini Tomato Pasta Sauce. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Need a quick and easy veggie-based pasta sauce for a weeknight? One that you can get on the table in less than 30 minutes (20 minutes if you are super organized)? This Quick & Easy Eggplant Zucchini Tomato Pasta Sauce is it. Get the recipe for Quick & Easy Eggplant Zucchini Tomato Pasta Sauce.

Roasted Ratatouille

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Roasted Ratatouille (rat-tuh-TOO-ee) is based on the classic late-summer vegetable stew featuring eggplant, zucchini and red bell peppers. Our version uses scallion greens instead of onions and uses the oven to roast the vegetables with olive oil, which concentrates the vegetable’s flavors. Then the veggies are combined with fresh tomatoes on top of the stove and cooked until soft, silky and rich. Flavored with thyme, rosemary and low FODMAP garlic, this vegan dish is incredibly versatile. Get the recipe for Ratatouille.

Skillet Lasagna

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Skillet Lasagna. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Lasagna made in a skillet? You bet, with all the classic flavors. Lasagna is a standby when we want to feed a crowd, but it takes time. It is not a weeknight dish. This recipe for Skillet Lasagna is going to change all of that. Here we combine all of the ingredients that you love in a classic lasagna but use techniques to get it on the table fast – about 35 minutes! This recipe features ground turkey, to lighten it up a bit, and chopped carrots, zucchini and green bell pepper for nutrition, color and crunch. Get the recipe for Skillet Lasagna.

Zoodles, Noodles & Sprouts Salad

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Are you a zoodles fan? In this recipe for Low FODMAP Zoodles, Noodles & Sprouts Salad, zucchini noodles (zoodles) are combined with chickpea pasta! Why not have zoodles AND noodles? Get Zoodles, Noodles & Sprouts Salad recipe.

Vegetable, Pasta & Bean Soup

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Vegetable, Pasta & Bean Soup. Photo credit Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Want a hearty plant-based soup that has tons of fiber and protein? Look no further than this soup with many kinds of vegetables, vegetable broth, pasta, and beans. We have a recipe for the broth, but you can use purchased as well. Get the recipe.

Chicken Ratatouille

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​Chicken Ratatouille. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson from FODMAP Everyday®.

Chicken Ratatouille is the best of both worlds: an easy braised chicken dish and ratatouille – eggplant, tomatoes, zucchini, peppers, olive oil, garlic and onion flavor – all in one delicious dish. CLICK FOR RECIPE.

Stuffed Zucchini Boats

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Our Stuffed Zucchini Boats are vegetarian, feature a rice, tofu and cheese filling and are covered with tomato sauce and more cheese. Please note that this recipe is for those who are in their Challenge Phase or beyond (more on that below). Get the recipe for Stuffed Zucchini Boats.

Gluten-Free Zucchini Banana Bread

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We love zucchini quick bread and banana bread, so we figured why not combine the two? The alchemy created this new recipe so that we don’t have to pick and choose. Moist banana bread with extra flavor and nutrition! Get the recipe for Zucchini Banana Bread.

Zoodles & Tofu with Garlicky Peanut Sauce

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This meatless dish is hardy enough for dinner but we like it for lunch, too. It’s like your favorite peanut noodle dish from the local Chinese restaurant only made with vegetable “zoodles”. Get Zoodles & Tofu with Garlicky Peanut Sauce recipe.

Roasted Zucchini with Lemon & Garlic

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Roasted Zucchini with Lemon & Garlic. Photo credit: Dédé Wilson.

We love oven roasting as a technique for vegetables because it brings out their natural sweetness and provides a nice char at the same time – and just 5 ingredients! Zucchini, garlic olive oil, lemon zest, salt and pepper. Get the recipe for Roasted Zucchini with Lemon & Garlic.

Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread

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If you have two loaf pans, we highly recommend doubling this Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread recipe because it is truly no more difficult to make a couple. When we go this route we freeze one loaf of zucchini bread. After cooling we double wrap it in plastic wrap, then slip into a heavy zip top bag. Remove excess air and freeze up to one month. Get the recipe for Gluten-Free Zucchini Bread.

Vegan Zucchini and Lentil Tacos 

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Zucchini and Lentil Tacos! A perfect vegan dinner. Spicy zucchini, corn and lentils with a creamy jalapeno-lime sauce. Get the recipe for Vegan Zucchini and Lentil Tacos.

Zucchini Tofu Scramble

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If you haven’t had tofu scramble before please, please hear me out. This stuff is life-changing in the most positive way. Quick, healthy, and delicious, I think that scrambled tofu is superior to scrambled eggs for a few reasons:

1. Naturally heart-healthy! Cholesterol and fat-free.

2. Same texture and similar flavor to scrambled eggs so even if you hate tofu, you will probably love this.

3. I get sick if I eat eggs in the morning.

4. You can make a ton and reheat it! Get the recipe for Zucchini Tofu Scramble.

Grilled Zucchini Salad

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Grilled zucchini salad is a quick and healthy side dish that tastes delicious on its own or served with chicken. Get the recipe for Grilled Zucchini Salad.

Cheesy Baked Zucchini Gratin

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This recipe for Cheesy Baked Zucchini Gratin features summer squash and onions in a creamy sauce topped with crispy, buttery breadcrumbs. It tastes light and rich at the same time with a delicate, mouthwatering flavor and can be on your table in under an hour. Get the recipe for Cheesy Baked Zucchini Gratin.

Air Fryer Cajun Zucchini Sticks 

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Delicious, air fryer Cajun zucchini sticks you never have to feel guilty about eating because they are air fried, not oil fried!

Need a healthy snack that won’t ruin dinner but still hits the spot? These zucchini sticks could be the answer. And you get the added benefit of all that zucchini! Yay veggies!! Get the recipe for Air Fryer Cajun Zucchini Sticks.

Chicken Thai Basil with Zucchini Noodles

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Photo credit: Karen Kelly.

Bring on the zoodles with this Chicken Thai Basil with Zucchini Noodles! It’s a savory, filling and super nutritious dinner that can be whipped up in under 30 minutes. Full of red peppers, sugar snap peas, stir fried chicken and a savory sauce over zucchini noodles. {gluten free, paleo, whole30}. Get the recipe for Chicken Thai Basil with Zucchini Noodles.

Instant Pot Zucchini Alfredo

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Are you trying to eat healthy yet craving creamy, juicy, rich, and delicious Alfredo? This is the recipe for you! One-pot meal in only 12 minutes. This Instant Pot Zucchini Alfredo is gluten-free and perfect for and perfect for a ketogenic diet. Get the recipe for Instant Pot Zucchini Alfredo.

Easy Peasy Dinner and Dessert: 20 One-Pan, One Bowl Recipes for Busy Nights

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One-Pan Chicken with Artichokes & Olives. Photo Credit: Dédé Wilson.

We all need One-Pan, One-Bowl recipes in our repertoire, and we’ve got ‘em! From main dishes to soups, pasta, curries and desserts, these kitchen-tested recipes will get you in and out of the kitchen fast. With minimal clean-up, too! Click here for all of our One-Pan, One Bowl recipes!

36 Dishes You Didn’t Know You Could Make With Rice Noodles

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Rice noodles are naturally gluten-free, but that isn’t the only reason to cook with them. They are delicious unto themselves, come in a variety of shapes, and are the noodle of choice in so many Asian-inspired recipes. But it doesn’t stop there! There are rice-based lasagna noodles, shells, manicotti, elbows…From soups to main dishes, casseroles, salads and summer rolls, we have 36 recipes for you to get you slurping with joy. Click for 36 Dishes You Didn’t Know You Could Make With Rice Noodles

30 Quick & Easy Recipes For A Happy Gut: Low FODMAP and Flavor Packed

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At FODMAP Everyday® we define “Quick” as a dish that can be on the table, ready to eat, in 30 minutes or less. “Easy” recipes have 15 minutes or less of prep time. All of these recipes are low FODMAP and free of gluten so they can be served to tender tummies too! Click for 30 Quick & Easy Recipes For A Happy Gut: Low FODMAP and Flavor Packed

Grab A Rotisserie Chicken On Your Way Home And Make Any Of These 18 Delicious Meals In Minutes

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Grabbing a rotisserie chicken at the supermarket is not “cheating” by any stretch of the imagination. Having cooked chicken ready to use is a great jump-start to all sorts of creative recipes – from salads to main dishes, lunches and dinners – and is a brilliant move, in our book. Click for Grab A Rotisserie Chicken On Your Way Home And Make Any Of These 18 Delicious Meals In Minutes

Easy and Tasty: 34 Sides to Serve with Rotisserie Chicken for a Stress-Free Meal

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We buy a rotisserie chicken every week – and enjoy the bounty for days. But we like to mix it up; potatoes, veggies (hot and cold), pasta – there are many ways to enjoy that chicken and to turn it into a meal. Here are our 34 community favorites. Click here for Easy and Tasty: 34 Sides to Serve with Rotisserie Chicken for a Stress-Free Meal

9 Insanely Delicious Easy Homemade Chicken Wing Recipes

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Entire restaurants build their menu around chicken wings, but we’re going to show you how to make the best chicken wings at home – and they’re easier than you think. Most of these recipes are baked, not fried, so you will not only save on calories, but also have less mess and spend less time in the kitchen. Click here for 9 Insanely Delicious Easy Homemade Chicken Wing Recipes

18 Iced Tea & Refreshing Drink Recipes That Will Make You Scream Summer Is Here!

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Quench your thirst and beat the heat with a refreshing lineup of tantalizing beverages. Whether you’re craving a tall, chilled drink on a scorching day, in need of hydration after a workout, or seeking a delightful mocktail sans alcohol, we’ve got you covered. Get ready to dive into a world of iced teas, invigorating punches, flavored lemonades, zesty limeades, luscious smoothies, sparkling spritzers, and even a homemade electrolyte beverage. Click for 18 Iced Tea & Refreshing Drink Recipes That Will Make You Scream Summer Is Here!

23 Dinner Solutions: Quick and Delicious Soup and Stew Recipes

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There is nothing like homemade soup or a hearty stew, especially when it is cold outside! (For you hot weather folks, we do have a few cold soups). We’ve got 23 recipes for you, from Instant Pot quickies to long simmered renditions. Comfort food in a bowl. Get 23 Dinner Solutions: Quick and Delicious Soup and Stew Recipes here.

23 Easy Potato Recipes: Which One Will You Try First?

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Potatoes! White, red, yellow, starchy russet, sweet potatoes – even blue and purple potatoes – can be a main meal in the form of double stuffed baked potatoes, a weekday side-dish, a potluck salad, or they can add richness to soups. And don’t forget breakfast casseroles and home fries! We have 23 recipes for you to try and potatoes are often economical, too, so dive in! Click here for 23 Easy Potato Recipes: Which One Will You Try First?

Holy Cow! These 10 Ground Beef Recipes Will Knock Your Socks Off!

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Ground beef makes a great burger and meatloaf, but it is so much more versatile than that, and we have 11 recipes for you to add to your weekly rotation. Chili, Chili Mac and even a Quick Korean Beef dish, that package of ground beef has never been more inspiring. Click here for Holy Cow! These 10 Ground Beef Recipes Will Knock Your Socks Off!

10 Gut Friendly Chicken Recipes You Can Have On Your Table Tonight!

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Chicken is one of our favorite protein building blocks for an easy, delicious meal. Sometimes you can get in a rut though and end up making the same chicken recipes over and over.

We’ve got one pan meals, warm weather salads and grill options, dinner party worthy dishes, lighter fare and hearty dinners. Click here for 10 Gut Friendly Chicken Recipes You Can Have On Your Table Tonight!

6 Rich And Fudgy Brownies That Will Make You Want To Lick The Bowl

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In our opinion, you can never have enough brownie recipes. We have gathered our top 6; the brownie recipes you don’t have – yet. And you do need them; trust us. Nutella. Peppermint. Toasted almond & Coconut. S’Mores. PB & J – and even a super quick One-Bowl Brownie. Get ready to be inspired. Click for 6 Rich And Fudgy Brownies That Will Make You Want To Lick The Bowl

85 Desserts For The Chocolate Lover In Your Life

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Welcome to the largest collection of desserts for the chocolate lover in your life. Each of these are also gut-friendly so that you don’t have to worry about bloating, or a noisy belly when getting romantic! All of these desserts are gluten-free and low FODMAP! Click for 85 Desserts For The Chocolate Lover In Your Life

The Crazy Best and Easy Cookie Recipes Ever!

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Cookies – small, large, soft, chewy, crispy, chocolaty, peanut buttery, elegant, homespun, one-bowl, drop, rolled and shaped – we’ll take them all. You can never have enough cookie recipes and ours are all created in our very own Test Kitchen; these recipes work! Several can be prepped in the time it takes to preheat the oven. Click for The Crazy Best and Easy Cookie Recipes Ever!

Looking For Dairy Free Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts?

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This article will discuss the low FODMAP ice cream and frozen desserts that you can find in supermarkets and restaurants, as well as our own exclusive recipes, and will include information on dairy based as well as alt milk frozen desserts and recipes. Click here for Dairy Free Frozen Desserts Recipes.

20 Strawberry Recipes That Will Make You Berry Happy!

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These days, depending on where you live, you might be able to get decent strawberries all year long. Spring, however, brings fresh, new batches and we are always looking for new ways to incorporate these delicious berries into our diet. From drinks to cakes, crisps, cobblers, bars and even a salad, frozen desserts and a salsa, we have 20 strawberry recipes for you. Click for 20 Strawberry Recipes That Will Make You Berry Happy!

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These are our community’s favorite Top 100 Low FODMAP Recipes. Are you struggling with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)? Are you following the low FODMAP diet and having a hard time finding delicious recipes that even the whole family can enjoy? You are in the right place! At FODMAP Everyday® we specialize in teaching you how to THRIVE on the low FODMAP diet! Get ready to eat well, without the IBS triggers! Click for our Top 100 Low FODMAP Recipes!

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