15 new ways to celebrate courgette season

Courgettes have come into season, so we’ve pulled together a collection of our favourite recipes to help you celebrate these late summer stunners.

 

Fry’em up

Whether you’re using them as a substitute for chips, or simply as a moreish side dish in their own right, you’ll want to give these crispy, cheesy fried courgette sticks a go. For a healthier version with no frying required, try these baked courgette wedges — all of the cheesy goodness in a lighter bite.

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We highly recommend you don't skip the lemon aioli.[/caption]

We’re also helplessly in love with these courgette and corn fritters, ideal for brunch, lunch or dinner. Stick an egg on top and you've got yourself a great veggie meal, or use the fritters as a side for chicken or bacon.

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That yolk is practically indecent.[/caption]

 

Speaking of eggs...

Courgettes make an elegant addition to a quiche — just try this gorgeous sun-dried tomato and Cheddar combination. Alternatively, a frittata is an easy way to pack plenty of fresh veggies into one meal. This courgette, tomato and Mozzarella version is a real taste of summer — all you need is some crusty bread and perhaps some mixed leaves.

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Quick, easy, tasty and healthy, this ticks all the boxes for a relaxed summer supper.[/caption]

 

Italian favourites

We're pretty much guaranteed to enjoy anything in pizza or pasta form, and courgettes are no exception. We love this summery pizza bianca for a chilled-out dinner that's ready in no time.

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You won't miss the tomato sauce on this white base pizza.[/caption]

In more of a pasta mood? Try this so-simple rigatoni with light, fresh ricotta, or add a touch of class with this smoked salmon spaghetti.

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Smoked salmon fans will love this creamy pasta dish.[/caption]

 

A super side dish

Courgettes make plenty of our favourite summer side dishes, and work especially well with chicken, lamb and pork. If the weather ever perks back up enough for a barbecue, these grilled lamb chops with courgette and Feta are an easy way to impress, while this griddled courgette salad is a lovely light accompaniment to a steak dinner. If you're in the mood for chicken, try these cheesy breaded fillets with summer veg for something truly delicious.

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Trust us, it's a tasty as it is good-looking![/caption]

 

Get stuffed

Courgettes are fantastic used as vessels for other tasty foods. Take a trip to Mexico by filling them with a chicken enchilada-style mixture, or enjoy Middle Eastern flavours with these spiced lamb courgette boats.

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The combination of spices and cooling yoghurt dressing is a real winner.[/caption]

 

Little extras

If you find yourself with a glut of courgettes, get creative with these banana and courgette breakfast muffins — the kids won't even know they're in there! — or preserve some for later with this easy pickle.

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They're good in salads, on sandwiches, on crusty bread, with cheese, on a fork...[/caption]

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