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22 Zucchini Recipes Perfect for Breakfast

Alex Loh
Alex Loh Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD August 06, 2020
Reviewed by Dietitian Jessica Ball, M.S., RD
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Zucchini for breakfast may not be your first thought, but you'll change your mind after trying these recipes. The low-carb vegetable is a great addition to baked goods like breads or muffins. Plus, it's an easy way to sneak in your vegetables early on in the day. Recipes like Zucchini Bread Breakfast Pancakes and Quiche Lorraine with Zucchini Crust are healthy, delicious and a creative way to use this summer vegetable.

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Zucchini, Corn & Egg Casserole

Zucchini, Corn & Egg Casserole
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This healthy casserole is essentially a crustless quiche, brimming with fresh summer vegetables. Bake it up for an elegant summer brunch or a casual backyard barbecue. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2017

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Blueberry-Lemon Zucchini Bread

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This easy and healthy zucchini bread recipe is elevated to company-worthy brunch fare with the addition of fresh blueberries to the batter and a simple lemon glaze and toasted almonds on top. A combination of whole-wheat flour and oats in the batter make it more nutritious--and more interesting--than standard zucchini bread, too! Source: EatingWell.com, April 2019

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Quiche Lorraine with Zucchini Crust

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Shredded zucchini acts as the crust in this recipe for healthier, low-carb quiche Lorraine--quiche with Jarlsberg cheese, bacon and scallions--a brunch classic. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2018

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Zucchini Bread Breakfast Pancakes

<p>This zucchini pancake recipe marries the warm-spiced flavors of zucchini bread with the ease of quick and healthy whole-grain pancakes. When topped with maple syrup and pecans, these zucchini bread pancakes make an irresistibly delicious breakfast. If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, use 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger and 1/8 teaspoon each ground nutmeg and cloves. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2013</p>
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This zucchini pancake recipe marries the warm-spiced flavors of zucchini bread with the ease of quick and healthy whole-grain pancakes. When topped with maple syrup and pecans, these zucchini bread pancakes make an irresistibly delicious breakfast. If you don't have pumpkin pie spice, use 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger and 1/8 teaspoon each ground nutmeg and cloves. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2013

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Cheesy Zucchini Quiche

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This cheesy crustless zucchini quiche has plenty of leeks and zucchini enveloped in a light custard. Feta and fontina cheeses add a rich depth of flavor. Serve it for brunch or anytime you have extra zucchini on hand. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2020

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Zucchini Mini Muffins

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Shredded zucchini provides moisture and texture to these two-bite muffins, while chocolate chips add just the right amount of sweetness. A perfect quick breakfast or after-school snack, these muffins freeze well, so make a batch ahead of time for busy days. Source: EatingWell.com, June 2018

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Mozzarella, Basil & Zucchini Frittata

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This vegetable-studded frittata recipe is one of the quickest meals you can make. Make it for breakfast, or serve for lunch or dinner with a tossed salad and a slice of olive oil-drizzled crusty baguette. Source: EatingWell Magazine, July/August 2014

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Lemon Zucchini Bread

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This super-moist zucchini bread is a great way to use up homegrown summer zucchini! Full of bright lemon flavor, it makes the perfect breakfast, snack or dessert. It's just sweet enough to satisfy a craving without giving you a sugar crash. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2020

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Spiralized Zucchini Nest Eggs

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These impressive-looking zucchini eggs in a nest are actually surprisingly easy to make. There's no frying or poaching required--instead, the eggs are baked right on top of a bed of spiralized zucchini noodles. An herbed cheese mixture adds plenty of flavor and keeps the eggs from running through the zucchini nests. Serve these eggs for a healthy breakfast or brunch. Source: Eatingwell.com, June 2019

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Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast Burritos

<p>We really pack the greens into this recipe with zucchini, jalapeño chile peppers, avocado and salsa verde. Throw in some protein packed eggs and low-sodium ham and the result is a delicious balanced breakfast. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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We really pack the greens into this recipe with zucchini, jalapeño chile peppers, avocado and salsa verde. Throw in some protein packed eggs and low-sodium ham and the result is a delicious balanced breakfast. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Zucchini-Chocolate Chip Muffins

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Zucchini muffins with chocolate chips are sure to be a hit with children and adults alike. Shredded zucchini adds loads of moisture, and chocolate chips provide a hint of sweetness for the perfect breakfast or snack. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018

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Zucchini Banana Bread

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Shredded zucchini and mashed banana complement each other and ensure that this wholesome loaf stays nice and moist. The banana adds sweetness to this quick-bread mashup for just the right flavor without too much added sugar. Source: EatingWell.com, April 2018

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Zucchini Frittata

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A frittata, as a flat omelet is known in Italy, can be filled with a variety of vegetables and cheeses and makes a great impromptu brunch dish or supper. In this version, fresh mint and basil brighten the mild taste of zucchini. If you prefer, use feta or ricotta salata in place of the goat cheese. Source: EatingWell Magazine, Spring 2003

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Zucchini Pancakes

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Zucchini ... pancakes? You bet! This crispy contender took first prize a Diabetic Living Magazine zucchini recipe contest. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Almond-Flour Zucchini Bread

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Almond flour gives this tender gluten-free zucchini bread a boost of protein. Squeezing excess moisture from the zucchini prevents the bread from becoming too soggy. If you want to make it extra special, add some dark chocolate chips to the mix. Source: EatingWell.com, July 2018

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Zucchini-Pineapple Bread

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This easy zucchini-pineapple bread is the perfect healthy breakfast treat! Saving the pineapple juice strained from the can to brush on top of the bread keeps it moist and adds more pineapple flavor. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2020

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Zippy Zucchini Frittata

<p>If you've got a garden full of zucchini--or you're lucky enough to have a neighbor with one--this recipe will come in handy. Perfect for breakfast or dinner, this simple frittata is made with eggs, shredded zucchini, Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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If you've got a garden full of zucchini--or you're lucky enough to have a neighbor with one--this recipe will come in handy. Perfect for breakfast or dinner, this simple frittata is made with eggs, shredded zucchini, Parmesan cheese and fresh basil. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Flourless Blender Zucchini Muffins

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The batter for these healthy gluten-free zucchini muffins comes together in a flash in your blender. And these tasty treats are baked in a mini muffin tin, so they're the perfect snack or quick breakfast. The chocolate chips are an optional but excellent addition. Source: EatingWell.com, March 2019

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Egg and Vegetable Muffins

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Bulgur adds fiber and protein to these egg muffins, made with zucchini, tomato and feta cheese. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Vegan Zucchini Bread

<p>This whole-wheat zucchini bread uses juicy shredded zucchini in place of butter and milk for a tender loaf. Vegans and nonvegans alike will love how moist this quick bread is. You can add toasted nuts or coconut flakes, if you like. Vegan dark chocolate chips would be an ultra-decadent addition. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2018</p>
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This whole-wheat zucchini bread uses juicy shredded zucchini in place of butter and milk for a tender loaf. Vegans and nonvegans alike will love how moist this quick bread is. You can add toasted nuts or coconut flakes, if you like. Vegan dark chocolate chips would be an ultra-decadent addition. Source: EatingWell.com, May 2018

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Spanish Eggs

<p>Anaheim chile pepper, cilantro and queso fresco combine to give a Spanish twist to a simple egg dish. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine</p>
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Anaheim chile pepper, cilantro and queso fresco combine to give a Spanish twist to a simple egg dish. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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Cheddar and Zucchini Frittata

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This frittata is made with cheddar cheese and zucchini and is quick and easy to prepare. With just 115 calories per serving, this is a guilt free meal. Source: Diabetic Living Magazine

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    1 of 22 Zucchini, Corn & Egg Casserole
    2 of 22 Blueberry-Lemon Zucchini Bread
    3 of 22 Quiche Lorraine with Zucchini Crust
    4 of 22 Zucchini Bread Breakfast Pancakes
    5 of 22 Cheesy Zucchini Quiche
    6 of 22 Zucchini Mini Muffins
    7 of 22 Mozzarella, Basil & Zucchini Frittata
    8 of 22 Lemon Zucchini Bread
    9 of 22 Spiralized Zucchini Nest Eggs
    10 of 22 Green Eggs and Ham Breakfast Burritos
    11 of 22 Zucchini-Chocolate Chip Muffins
    12 of 22 Zucchini Banana Bread
    13 of 22 Zucchini Frittata
    14 of 22 Zucchini Pancakes
    15 of 22 Almond-Flour Zucchini Bread
    16 of 22 Zucchini-Pineapple Bread
    17 of 22 Zippy Zucchini Frittata
    18 of 22 Flourless Blender Zucchini Muffins
    19 of 22 Egg and Vegetable Muffins
    20 of 22 Vegan Zucchini Bread
    21 of 22 Spanish Eggs
    22 of 22 Cheddar and Zucchini Frittata

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