28 Healthy Zucchini Recipes That Go Beyond Zoodles

When attempting to cook healthy meals at home, the key to success is finding ingredients that can be used in a variety of recipes. And when it comes to versatile — and delicious — foods that won't break the budget or the diet, there's one that seems to always top the list: zucchini.

While this squash has recently enjoyed a surge in popularity as "zoodles" — a healthy pasta substitute — zucchini's uses go far beyond being topped with marinara. From zucchini fries to zucchini lasagna and all the incredibly delicious — and remarkably simple — recipes in between, this is one ingredient that should be taking up permanent residence in your kitchen.