Description
A guide on how to properly freeze zucchini to preserve its freshness for future meals.
Ingredients
- Zucchini (as much as desired)
Instructions
- Wash the zucchini thoroughly under running water.
- Trim the ends of the zucchini.
- Cut the zucchini into desired shapes (slices, cubes, or shredded).
- Blanch the zucchini in boiling water for 2-3 minutes.
- Immediately transfer the blanched zucchini to an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
- Drain the zucchini and pat it dry with a clean towel.
- Place the zucchini in freezer bags or airtight containers, removing as much air as possible.
- Label the bags or containers with the date and freeze.
Notes
- Freezing zucchini is best done when it is fresh and in season.
- Blanching helps to preserve the color, texture, and flavor of the zucchini.
- Frozen zucchini can be used in soups, stews, and casseroles.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Preservation
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: Various
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 19
- Sugar: 3.2g
- Sodium: 6mg
- Fat: 0.4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3.9g
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Protein: 1.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: how to freeze zucchini, freezing zucchini, zucchini preservation