Learn how to shred zucchini with this easy step-by-step tutorial. With these helpful tips, you’ll have perfectly shredded zucchini every time!
How to Cut a Zucchini
Check out the step by step tutorial below.
- Wash your zucchini really well.
- Cut off both ends.
- Slice the zucchini in half if it is really large.
- Then slice each half again vertically.
- Scoop out the seeds with a spoon and place in a bowl.
- Then shred the pieces with a cheese grater or a food processor.
5 Steps to Shredding Zucchini
I love to use grated zucchini when I bake. Not only does it make the texture super moist and soft, but it’s a great way to sneak in extra veggies. My absolute favorite recipes to make are my chocolate chip zucchini muffins and lemon blueberry zucchini bread. So yummy!
The other day my friend brought over 3 HUGE zucchini from her garden! She’s the sweetest. I was super excited to get in the kitchen and bake up some of my favorite recipes with zucchini, like these zucchini bread and zucchini muffins.
Today I thought I’d share these quick tips on how to cut a zucchini and then shred it. It’s super easy and leaves you with perfectly shredded zucchini every time. You’ll have no choice but to bake up a delicious treat. 😉
HOW TO Shred Zucchini
Can You grate zucchini with a blender?
A blender will not give you a long, even grate like a box grater or grating disc, but can work if you need chopped zucchini for a pesto or salsa recipe. This can work in a pinch for a bread recipe, but will add a noticeable texture. Using a knife is the most time consuming (and inconsistent) way to shred zucchini.
What is the best way to cook zucchini?
One of the healthiest and tastiest ways to cook zucchini is in the oven. They cook more slowly, allowing the spices to penetrate the slices better and making the zucchini more flavorful.
How to shred zucchini?
There are various ways to shred zucchini. Using a box grater, a spiral slicer, and a food processor are the most common. Any of these methods can be effective. Let’s start understanding each tool so you can decide which is better for you. The first tool that you can use is a box grater.
Can I use a blender to make zucchini bread?
Also, a chunky dice or mince is less likely to bake seamlessly into a zucchini bread. A blender is a good alternative if you’re looking for a chop or a mince, similar to what you’d achieve with the S blade of a food processor. Shown above is a rough chop in a Vitamix blender.