How to Make Zucchini Crisp - A Step-by-Step Guide

Zucchini is a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes, from stir-fries to salads to baked goods. One often overlooked way to use zucchini is in a crisp, a dessert typically made with fruit but just as delicious when made with this green summer squash. The combination of sweetened zucchini and a crispy, buttery topping makes for a delightful treat that is perfect for showcasing the abundance of zucchini in the summer months.

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Ingredients

  • 8 cups cubed peeled zucchini
  • ½ cup white sugar
  • ⅓ cup lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup margarine

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch crisp

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix zucchini, white sugar, lemon juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg in a large bowl. Pour mixture into baking dish.
  • Combine brown sugar, oats, and flour in another bowl. Cut in margarine until mixture resembles coarse crumbs; sprinkle over zucchini.
  • Bake in preheated oven until bubbly and zucchini is tender, 40 to 45 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    150 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Sodium: 61mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 26g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 10mg
    • Calcium: 24mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 175mg