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Zucchini: Treat Yourself to Homegrown Goodness

This summer, take advantage of local vegetables in season from you own garden, local farmers market or stop by your neighborhood Hy-Vee!   Hy-Vee Registered Dietitian, Tara Sallee, will show you a variety of ways to use your fresh, locally grown zucchini with easy recipes perfect for summer.

 

Zucchini Tots recipe:

All you need:

  • 4 cups shredded zucchini
  • ¼ cup chopped onion
  • 1 bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 ½ cups cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup sharp cheddar cheese
  • 3 eggs
  • Herbs, salt, pepper to taste

All you do:

  1. Combine all ingredients in a bowl.
  2. Preheat oven to 350°F.
  3. Spray muffin tins with non-stick spray.
  4. Fill muffin tins with zucchini mix and pat down into tin.
  5. Bake for 18-22 minutes.
  6. Let cool and enjoy!

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