Zucchini Corn Salad with Lime Vinaigrette

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The sweet crunch of summer corn and crisp slices of zucchini are brightened with a zesty dressing in this Zucchini Corn Salad.

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Raw Corn Salad

Many years ago, it was this salad that was one of my first experiences with raw corn. I saw a recipe for raw corn salad in a magazine, did a double take, and had to try it. If you’ve never experienced this vegetable raw, I recommend it!

I love the different flavors of the raw zucchini and corn. With a very light lime vinaigrette, it becomes such a fresh-tasting salad for the summer months. I make it at least once a year when corn is in season.

Zucchini Corn Salad

You might be skeptical of having raw zucchini in your salad. But, trust me on this pairing. The flavors, textures, and colors are all so well balanced. It just works!

Who can deny that the taste of fresh-picked, ripe vegetables is better than vegetables that have been on store shelves for a while? I don’t limit myself to shopping seasonal produce, but this zucchini corn salad does make the most of summer’s vegetables. So, you’ll get to enjoy them while both are at their best.

Zucchini corn salad, served in a small blue ceramic bowl with a striped gray and white towel

You’ll need the following ingredients to make this recipe:

  • fresh corn on the cob
  • zucchini
  • lime juice
  • olive oil
  • fresh cilantro
  • salt and pepper
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Cheesy BBQ Chicken Zucchini Nachos Recipe

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Cheesy BBQ Chicken Zucchini Nachos Recipe

a photo of a sheet pan full of zucchini nachos topped with melted cheese, black beans, picked red onions, fresh chopped cilantro, grilled corn, lime wedges and a drizzle of white dressing.

Use up your summer zucchini and whip up this easy, cheesy BBQ chicken zucchini nachos recipe! They make for a great party appetizer or a quick, healthy dinner!

I originally posted this recipe back in 2018 with the help of my sweet friend Kristy Denney. She is the best and always has the best healthy dinner ideas! Since then, I have changed the recipe a little, added a few more toppings, and they are better than ever. Zucchini nachos are the perfect way to use up your summer squash and indulge in a slightly healthier version of nachos. Because honestly, who doesn’t love nachos?!

I love good food but I love it even more when it’s easy and healthy…or at least healthy-ish! These can be a great game-day or party app, a quick lunch for mom (just make a smaller version), or make a giant pan for dinner for the family! Easy, cheesy, good!

 

Ingredients for Zucchini Nachos

All you really need is a few zucchinis and some cheese to make zucchini nachos, but why stop there when you can load them up with BBQ chicken, black beans, grilled corn, tomatoes, etc.? Here is the full ingredients list:

  • Zucchinis – picked fresh from the garden or bought from the grocery store
  • Olive Oil – helps cook the zucchini on the grill and keeps them from sticking
  • Salt and Pepper – adds flavor
  • Garlic Salt – adds flavor to the zucchini
  • Chicken – you can use rotisserie chicken, grill your own chicken, or use canned chicken
  • BBQ Sauce – pick your favorite BBQ sauce or make your own
  • Monterey Jack Cheese – we love monterey jack for nachos, but you could use whatever cheese you want
  • Bleu Cheese Crumbles – we love the creamy umami burst the bleu cheese crumbles add, and they are totally optional if you have bleu cheese haters in the house
  • Black Beans – drain and rinse the beans so that they don’t add any moisture to the nachos
  • Grilled Corn – you can grill your own corn on the cob or buy grilled corn from the store
  • Tomato – ok, I know there aren’t tomatoes in these photos, but I love some diced tomatoes on top
  • Pickled Onions – these are quick and easy to make and add the best burst of flavor
  • Red Onions – diced and sprinkled on top
  • Bleu Cheese Dressing – I’ve linked to our homemade dressing, but you could also buy your favorite brand

The measurements for each ingredient can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post. You can also add to or change the toppings to your liking.

 

How to Make Zucchini Nachos

Zucchini nachos are so crazy easy to make. Even this cheesy bbq chicken zucchini nachos recipe! We like to

Zucchini Quesadilla with Corn and Chicken

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Sweet onions, fresh zucchini, and grilled corn along with a bit of chicken and plenty of melting cheese made these some of the best vegetable quesadillas that I have made recently.

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Zucchini Quesadilla

Gooey cheese quesadillas have been a classic dinner item in our house for years now, but I’m always looking for ways to change things up.

These quesadillas combine the flavorful pop of fresh zucchini, sweet onions, hearty grilled corn, and (if desired) chicken to create a game-changing mix of flavors.

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Vegetable Quesadilla

With only a few minutes of effort, these quesadillas come together easily. All you’ll need to cook this easy dinner recipe is a skillet, a spatula, and a few minutes on the stove.

Because the time required to prep and cook these quesadillas is so short, this is a great recipe to make in bulk. Leftover quesadillas are an easy (and common!) meal option in my house, and we always keep the ingredients at hand in case we need a last minute dinner plan.

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One Pan Honey Turmeric Chicken with Asparagus and Zucchini

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One Pan Honey Turmeric Chicken with Asparagus and Zucchini

a large plate full of honey turmeric chicken cut into bite size pieces mixed with cooked asparagus and zucchini.

This One Pan honey turmeric chicken recipe is so simple, and it has saved me on those busy weeknights when I need to get something quickly on the table. And BONUS…it’s healthy too!

Awhile back I was in a total dinner rut. The stress of moving, not finding a house to buy, new city, new schools, not finding doctors, not knowing my way around etc. was taking its toll and I was feeling a bit tired. So I just simplified literally everything. Starting with meals. I needed more time sitting with my family and less time grocery shopping and cooking. This sheet pan recipe takes only 20 minutes!

I think we made this dinner once a week for over a month until I finally decided it should be on the blog. It’s totally adaptable with what veggies you use and could even be made into a Buddha bowl.

 

Ingredients for Honey Turmeric Chicken

You aren’t going to believe how simple this recipe is when it comes to the ingredients. This is why it has become a regular on our dinner rotation. I am all about quick and easy recipes these days! Here is what you will need:

For the Chicken

  • Chicken Thighs: boneless, skinless, cut into bite size pieces
  • Flour: just all purpose flour, helps form a crust on the chicken when you cook it
  • Turmeric: adds all the flavor and bold, beautiful color
  • Salt: adds flavor
  • Pepper: adds a little heat and great flavor, chicken always needs salt and pepper!
  • Asparagus: wash the asparagus and snap off the root end, then cut them into 1″ pieces
  • Zucchini: gently wash the zucchini and then slice it into 1/4-1/2″ disks
  • Lemon: this is totally optional but can be added if you wanted the added burst of flavor

 

For the Sauce

  • Water: base for the sauce
  • Honey: adds natural sweetness and pairs so perfectly with the turmeric
  • Black Pepper: adds flavor to the sauce and little bit of heat
  • Salt: adds flavor and enhances the sweetness
  • Rice Vinegar: adds a perfect tang to the sauce and can be substituted with lemon juice if you prefer

The recipe card at the end of the post contains the measurements of all the ingredients as well as instructions for how to make this recipe.

 

What is Turmeric?

Turmeric is a spice in the ginger family that originates in Southeast Asia and is one of the main ingredients in curry powder. It is a deep yellow-orange color that adds exotic flavor, nutrition and bold color to any meal. 

Where Do You Buy Turmeric?

Turmeric can be found at any grocery store on the spice aisle. They also have it at Costco. If you can’t find it by the spices for some reason, you can usually find it in the health supplement aisle.

 

What are the Health Benefits of Turmeric?

The main active ingredient in turmeric is a compound called curcumin which has proven benefits as an anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, and as an antioxidant and it also supports brain hea

Loaded Vegetable Quesadilla

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Loaded Vegetable Quesadillas start with warm crisp tortillas layered with melting cheese and then filled with an abundance of vegetables. They’re absolutely irresistible for snacking or for a meal on their own.

Loaded Vegetable Quesadillas

Vegetable Quesadillas

A number of years ago, I was running late with starting dinner; so I decided to throw together some quick quesadillas with what I had on hand.

It took less than 5 minutes to prep everything and get the quesadillas started cooking. If you’re lucky enough to have a bunch of leftover roasted vegetables in the fridge or some fresh or frozen vegetables you can toss in the skillet to quickly saute, you’re all set.

The first time we made these, I had marinated tomatoes on the counter, so naturally, I included them. The tomatoes did a terrific job flavoring sauteed onions and zucchini, all wrapped in melting mozzarella cheese.

In the years since I’ve made these quesadillas with just about every combination of vegetables that you can imagine. The photos were in need of an update, so these were shot with some leftover grilled asparagus, red peppers, and zucchini.

These Shishito Peppers would be an excellent quesadilla option to try one of these days too. I have them on my list to try soon.

Vegetable Quesadillas

Loaded Quesadillas

My family loved the quesadillas so much the first time I made them, loaded vegetable quesadillas have become a regular thing on our dinner menu.

Loaded Quesadillas have become my favorite way to use dinner leftovers for lunche

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