zucchini

zuc·chi·ni | \ zu̇-ˈkē-nē

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plural zucchini or zucchinis

Definition of zucchini

: a smooth usually cylindrical dark green summer squash also : a plant that bears zucchini

Examples of zucchini in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Adding zucchini along with the potatoes increases the nutrient profile as well as fiber in the dish. — Maya Feller, NBC News, "5 meals to make under lockdown that are inexpensive, delicious and healthy," 13 May 2020 There are several vegetables that are common and easy to grow: tomatoes, radishes, chard, zucchini squash, peppers, cabbage, lettuce and carrots. — Kristen Rogers, CNN, "The human needs driving the rise in gardening, and how to start one," 3 May 2020 Banana bread, zucchini bread and cookies are among the top recipes that don’t need yeast. — Kelly Tyko, USA TODAY, "Dry yeast flew off shelves during coronavirus pantry stocking. Here's when you can buy it again," 23 Apr. 2020 Fold into a Savory Skillet Cake Use up this produce: Potatoes, sweet potatoes, zucchini, beets, corn Sweet or savory, latke-like cakes are great vehicles for little odds and ends. — Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, "10 Creative Ways to Use Up Produce That Go Beyond Salads," 1 Apr. 2020 The trucks en route carried items like peppers, zucchini, watermelons and cucumbers. — Esther Mobley, SFChronicle.com, "Will the Bay Area run out of food? Nope. The supply chain is healthy," 16 Mar. 2020 Succulent Sea Bala, featuring zucchini, sour cherry, and champagne. — Sarah Kloepple, Popular Mechanics, "Artificial Intelligence and Robots Can Make Your Next Cocktail. But Should They?," 3 Feb. 2020 Take a tomato-y soup and add some zucchini, cannellini beans and noodles for a cozy, comforting meal. — Kari Sonde, Washington Post, "Creamy, versatile cannellini beans star in these 9 recipes," 11 Nov. 2019 This popular bread machine turns out 1.5 to 2-pound loaves with 12 different settings including no-yeast breads (think zucchini or pumpkin) and gluten-free (made with flours like almond, chickpea, or other special blends). — Popular Science, "Bread makers to fulfill your every knead," 22 Oct. 2019

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“Zucchini.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zucchini. Accessed 3 Jun. 2020.

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