Freeze fresh, shredded zucchini as is! Use shredded zucchini for baked goods or in soups or dishes.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Course: freezing, Storing Vegetables
Keyword: freezing, how to freeze vegetables, zucchini
Author: Getty Stewart
Ingredients
fresh zucchinimid size to large are best for flavour (try to keep them under 3 ft!)
Instructions
Use fresh, beautiful zucchini to freeze. Remember the quality of frozen food is only as good as the quality of the food you put into the freezer!
If seeds have started to develop in your zucchini, scoop out the core of the zucchini. Take out the seeds and the spongy center.
Shred zucchini using a grater or a food processor. Use the large holes to make large shreds, avoid making tiny shreds as these will turn into a soupy mess once frozen.
Drain and squeeze out as much liquid as you can from the zucchini shreds. This will reduce the amount of water when thawing.
Place pre-measured amounts in a freezer bag. Choose amounts that you'll need for your favourite recipes. My lemon zucchini muffins require 1 cup and my chocolate zucchini loaf requires 3 cups.
Use a straw inserted into a small opening in the zipper of the bag to suck out as much air as possible. And don't forget to label your bag!
Place in freezer and use within 3-6 months. As noted above, if you want it to last even longer, blanch your zucchini.
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Notes
Unblanched zucchini will last in the freezer for about 3 months.Blanch your zucchini to preserve colour and flavour for much longer. Blanched zucchini will last 6-12 months.Using zucchini:1 cup before freezing = 1 cup thawed and drained