Thinly slice zucchini and add to bowl, tossing well.

Slice zucchini and yellow summer squash into half-inch-thick pieces.

One pound of sliced zucchini threw off almost three tablespoons of liquid, further confirmation that salting works.

After our success with shredding and squeezing, we wondered if a similar technique might work with sliced zucchini.

Pasta Pizazz: Saute pieces of roasted or breaded chicken with sliced zucchini, chopped onion, sliced mushrooms, and garlic.

Cook chopped onion, a sliced zucchini, some ground cumin, a pinch of saffron, and some salt and pepper in olive oil.

Add 1 cup broccoli florets, 1 cup sliced zucchini, and 1 cup cut asparagus spears and sauté until slightly soft.