National Zucchini Bread Day
About National Zucchini Bread Day
When is National Zucchini Bread Day? This holiday is always observed on April 23
National Zucchini Bread Day is a day to enjoy Zucchini bread. It is far more enjoyable to eat it on this April 23 holiday. In researching this day, we first asked ourselves “why celebrate this day in the spring, when this prolific garden squash is not in great supply?” The answer quickly dawned on us. April is a time when you are not sick of all that zucchini.
In the summer months, the prolific zucchini plant produces more fruit than gardeners can use. As summer progresses, everyone becomes sick and tired of the eating zucchini. But, the harvest goes on, day after day, after day. By mid-summer, gardeners are resorting to all sorts of tricks to get rid of the mountains of fruit produced in their gardens. Some even stealthily leave zucchini on neighbors’ doorsteps in the middle of the night.
So here you are in April. Zucchini finds its way in small supply to grocery stores in your area. Now, you’ve got the urge for zucchini bread. Hence, the creation of this day in April!
Zucchini Trivia and Fun Facts
Are you looking to become the subject matter expert on all things zucchini!? Of course you are! Our Zucchini trivia will help you in your quest.
- While we think of it as a vegetable, zucchini is classified as a fruit.
- Zucchini has very few calories or carbs. Yet, it is loaded with healthy nutrients.
- The fruit is approximately 90% water.
- Small to medium sized fruit is the most flavorful.
- High in dietary fiber, it is good for your digestive health.
- In 2014, a zucchini fruit grew to a world record 65.67 pounds.
- On August 28, 2014, Giovanni Batista Scozzafava broke the record for the longest zucchini in Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada. It measured 8′ 3.3″ long. When asked what his secret was, he said “lots of water”.
- In addition to the fruit, the plant leaves and flowers are edible.
- Zucchini has medicinal uses. It has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
- There are hundreds, if not thousands of recipes where you can use it. This includes all meals, snacks, appetizers, and more. Find a new zucchini recipe now.
How to Participate in National Zucchini Bread Day
You can participate in National Zucchini Bread Day in a variety of ways:
- First and foremost, eat zucchini bread.
- Buy it at a bakery or grocery store.
- Make homemade zucchini bread.
- Give a loaf or two to family and friends. They will love it and love you for it.
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History and Origin of National Zucchini Bread Day
Our research did not find the creator or the origin of this day.
Without any information from the creator of this day, we may never know if this is a true national holiday. We found no documentation in congressional records to confirm that this is truly a national day. Nor, did we find a presidential proclamation.
Definition of “National” Days – and why it is important to distinguish true National days.
This Day in History
Here are some things that happened on this day:
- Robert E. Lee is named the Commander of the Virginia Confederate forces. (1861)
- Hammerin’ Hank Aaron hits the first of his 755 home runs. (1954)
- Shirley Temple Black, child actress, diplomat was born on this day in 1928.
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