When Is Zucchini Good to Eat?

Zucchini is a versatile and edible plant. Zucchini is both a squash and a fruit. It makes a great addition to quick breads and can be eaten raw, sautéed, or pureed into a soup. There are a few factors to deciding when it is best to eat a zucchini.

Prime Time

• According to Culinate, zucchini should be cut from the vine when it is still at a prime stage of ripeness. Zucchini should taste somewhat sweet when it is eaten raw at the right time.

Smooth Firm Skin

• Zucchini, or courgettes as they are called in Europe, are best eaten when the skin is smooth and firm. Zucchini should not be oversized, as it will be full of seeds and bland if left on the vine too long.

Summertime

• Zucchini are known as summer squash. Zucchini contains folate, potassium, and vitamins A and C.