It s ultra low in calories

Zucchini makes the perfect light side dish for a heavy meal: One cup of sliced zucchini has about 19 calories. That s 40 to 50 percent lower than the same serving size for other low cal green veggies like broccoli and Brussels sprouts. And because it s so versatile, you can enjoy this low calorie food in so many different recipes, from baked fries to pesto roll ups. Of course, you can always grill zucchini with herbs for some savory flavor, too.