zucchini
noun
zuc·chi·ni
zu̇-ˈkē-nē 
plural zucchini or zucchinis
: a smooth usually cylindrical dark green summer squash
also
: a plant that bears zucchini
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The zucchini frittata needs a few more minutes on the stove.
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Liam Scott, Washington Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Can't decide between zucchini or squash for your Easter meal?
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Cook rounds of zucchini until tender and golden, then toss them with garlic, red pepper flakes, Kalamata olives, and lemon juice for a bright, briny sauce.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026
The High-Yield, Low-Maintenance Picks Some of the easiest vegetables to grow include lettuce, spinach, radishes, green beans, and zucchini.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026
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Liam Scott, Washington Post, 5 Apr. 2026
Can't decide between zucchini or squash for your Easter meal?
—Mary Shannon Wells, Southern Living, 1 Apr. 2026
Cook rounds of zucchini until tender and golden, then toss them with garlic, red pepper flakes, Kalamata olives, and lemon juice for a bright, briny sauce.
—Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 31 Mar. 2026
The High-Yield, Low-Maintenance Picks Some of the easiest vegetables to grow include lettuce, spinach, radishes, green beans, and zucchini.
—Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Charlotte Observer, 24 Mar. 2026
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zucchini
noun
zuc·chi·ni
zu̇-ˈkē-nē
plural zucchini or zucchinis
: a smooth cylinder-shaped usually dark green summer squash
also
: a plant that bears zucchini
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