zucchini
/zʊˈkiːni
/noun (plural same or zucchinis) North American
A courgette.Saute yellow and green zucchini in olive oil and season with oregano or basil for a quick and nutritious side dish...
- Many Arab dishes, like stuffed zucchini or green peppers and stuffed grape or cabbage leaves, are highly labor-intensive.
- The cubes of meat were topped with a variety of vegetables - zucchini, bell pepper and asparagus, among others - with their skins deliciously grilled.
Origin
Italian, plural of zucchino, diminutive of zucca 'gourd'.