Zucchini are among the most versatile and popular vegetables in the kitchen: perfect for pasta dishes, side dishes, frittatas, savory pies, and much more. When in season, they’re inexpensive and particularly flavorful. Freezing them is a great way to preserve them and always have them ready, even out of season.
Discover all the methods for freezing courgettes , raw or cooked, whole or grated, depending on how you want to use them.
🥒1. Freeze raw courgettes
Ideal for: risottos, minestrone, soups, omelettes
Procedure:
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Wash the courgettes 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 2-3 hours (pre-freezing).
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Once hardened, transfer them to food bags, removing the air.
✅ Pros: Quick and easy method.
❗ Note: Raw zucchini tends to soften after cooking.
🔥2. Freeze the blanched courgettes
