ZUCCHINI COLLAGEN JOHNNYCAKES

"If you have a garden, you have a library of everything you need."

Oh those summer garden zucchinis can be just so yummy in so many different ways...but wait until you try these!!  Savory, scrumptious and so full of goodness. A little extra collagen peptides added in to these delicious cakes and your skin, nails and digestion will thank you. 

Zucchini is a nutrient dense, hydrating and versatile veggie that is chock full of potassium, vitamin C,  manganese and many other phytonutrients and antioxidant. Zucchini is also low glycemic and highly anti-inflammatory.  Add a little collagen powder (available at your local health food store) and you are gearing up for a great dish!

TOMATO BASIL ZOODLES

TOMATO BASIL ZOODLES

Did you know that zucchini can make the perfect low-carb substitute for pasta?  These zucchini noodles, or "zoodles", topped with tomato sauce, fresh basil, chickpeas, and goat cheese will make you a veggie pasta believer!  Plus they're really easy and fun to make.  Kids love to help spiralize these, so don't be afraid to get creative with your kiddos in the kitchen.

There is so much delicious produce available this time of year.  Zucchini, in particular, is a great vegetable to take advantage of during the summer season.

It provides you with Vitamin C to nourish your skin and immune system, along with the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin which have potent anti-aging and eyesight benefits. 

The chickpeas and goat cheese provide this recipe with an extra boost of fiber and protein.  Fresh basil and tomato sauce bring it all together for a classic, fresh flavor.  Make this a new favorite this summer!

Recipe credit to Ailsa Cowell from Food to Feel Good.