Pumpkin

This substitute obviously isn't an option for people who are allergic to squash, but pumpkin can step in if you don't like zucchini and don't have any on hand, or if it's out of season. It should come as no surprise that the two squashes have a similar earthy flavor given their close kinship. Pumpkin, however, has a sweeter and somewhat fruitier flavor. You should substitute pumpkin for zucchini in baked products like quick bread since it has a tendency to get a little bit mushier than zucchini. In this recipe for spiced zucchini bread, pumpkin can be used in place of zucchini by being shredded. The high moisture content of the pumpkin is what makes this so effective. It is almost as high as zucchini at 91%.

Pumpkin flowers may absolutely be consumed. Pumpkin flowers are high in antioxidants and vitamin A, according to the people at Healthline. Note: You should only prepare male squash flowers and pumpkin blossoms in order to allow nature to do its thing and generate more squash. Salads and quesadillas are both excellent dishes to add squash blossoms.