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We are heading into the time of year when zucchini is available everywhere. Anyone who has planted even one zucchini plant has lots of squash to give away to you.

What to do with it? Slashfood has several recipes here. They may not be low calorie, so beware.

• Slashfood Ate (8): Great uses for zucchini – Slashfood

My favorite way to eat zucchini is raw. A fresh zucchini from the refrigerator sliced into little circles and sprinkled with salt is refreshing and low calorie.

I love this time a year for fresh vegetables. It makes eating healthy easy.