Zucchini are among the most versatile and popular vegetables in the kitchen: perfect for pasta, side dishes, frittatas, savory pies, and much more. In season, they are economical and particularly tasty. Freezing them is a great way to preserve them and always have them on hand, even out of season.
Discover all the methods for freezing zucchini, raw or cooked, whole or grated, depending on how you want to use them.
🥒 1. Freeze raw zucchini
Ideal for: risottos, minestrone, soups, omelets
Procedure:
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Wash the zucchini well and dry them.
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Cut them into slices, cubes or sticks.
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Arrange them on a tray, making sure they don’t touch each other.
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Place in the freezer for 2 to 3 hours (pre-freeze).
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Once hardened, transfer them to food bags, removing the air.
✅ Advantages: Quick and easy method.
❗ Note: Raw zucchini tends to soften after cooking.
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