Zucchini: All you need to know
Scientific name: Cucurbita pepo L. var. cylindrica Family: Cucurbitaceae You might know zucchini as that slender green squash that seems to multiply overnight in backyard gardens, or the mild veggie that stars in everything from stir-fries to spiralized “zoodles.” But behind its humble appearance, zucchini is a powerhouse of productivity, nutrition, and culinary versatility—with a backstory that…