How to Slice Zucchini Into Coins
Probably the most common way to cut zucchini, zucchini coins are crosswise slices of zucchini. Use a knife to cut the two ends off the zucchini, then make cuts across the zucchini to slice coins. You can also use a mandoline ($46, Crate & Barrel) by cutting off one end of the zucchini, then dragging it across the mandoline. Cut off one end of the zucchini, then drag it across the mandoline. Using a mandoline will ensure the squash coins are the same size.
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How to Slice Zucchini into Strips
Slicing zucchini into long strips might seem daunting, but with help from a mandoline ($46, Crate & Barrel), it’s super easy! Like you would for zucchini coins, drag the zucchini lengthwise across your mandoline (be sure to use the handguard for safety!) to create uniform slices. Slices that are about ⅛-inch thick are great for pickling because they’re thin enough to absorb brine but thick enough to maintain their crunch. You can also create thin zucchini ribbons using a vegetable peeler ($12, Bed Bath & Beyond). If you don’t have either of those tools, the best method for how to cut zucchini into strips is to use a knife to cut the zucchini lengthwise and do your best to make the slices similar in thickness.
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Bonus: Cooking with Zucchini Flowers
Don’t stop at just using the veggie! You can put even more of your zucchini plant to good use when you learn how to cook with squash blossoms and zucchini flowers. You can do almost anything with them, including deep-frying, adding them to cake, and even making zucchini flower tacos. If you grow zucchini and squash, learning to cook with squash blossoms puts them to use and makes your plate even prettier. And just in case we didn’t already give you enough ideas, try using your sliced zucchini in even more fresh squash recipes for excellent summer eating.
