How to Freeze Zucchini
Frozen zucchini is incredibly versatile and nutritious! This green vegetable flourishes during the summer months, and can be enjoyed countless ways. The next time you're looking for a way to use up any leftover zucchini, quickly and easily freeze it using one of these methods!
Prep: 5 minutes minutes
Cook: 1 minute minute
Freezing Time 1 hour hour
Total: 1 hour hour 6 minutes minutes
Yield:4
For Zucchini Noodles
Cut off one end of zucchini and spiralize.
Place zucchini noodles into rapidly boiling water for 1 minute, then remove and transfer to an ice bath.
Spread zucchini noodles into a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours or until completely solid.
Transfer zucchini noodles to a sealed bag or airtight container and freeze until ready to use.
For Sliced Zucchini
Slice zucchini into even ¼-inch rounds.
Place sliced zucchini into rapidly boiling water for 1 minute, then remove and transfer to an ice bath.
Spread sliced zucchini into a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours or until completely solid.
Transfer sliced zucchini to a sealed bag or airtight container and freeze until ready to use.
For Shredded Zucchini
Shred zucchini along a medium grater.
Place shredded zucchini into the center of a dish towel, wrap, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
Spread shredded zucchini into a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1-2 hours or until completely solid.
Transfer shredded zucchini to a sealed bag or airtight container and freeze until ready to use.
Serving Size: 1serving | Calories: 17cal | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 256mg | Total Carbs: 3g | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Net Carbs: 2g | Vitamin A: 196IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg