courgette

Spanish-Style Courgettes with Garlic, Smoked Paprika, and Sherry Vinegar

Why I love smoky Spanish courgette dishes When I’m cooking midweek, I’m always looking for sides that can bring a lot of personality to the table without much fuss. That’s exactly why I reach for …
Courgettes with Za’atar, Roasted Garlic, and Labneh

I love pairing courgettes with za’atar and labneh Some days I want a side dish that feels more than just “vegetables on the plate” — I want textures, contrasts, and flavours that make you pause …
Baked Courgette and Feta with Oregano and Olive Oil

Greek flavours feel so right with courgettes I wanted to create something with the sense of unhurried eating, the kind where the food is served in the middle of the table for everyone to share. …
Garlic Butter Courgettes with Lemon and Parsley

Garlic and butter are a pairing I’ve loved since I first learned to cook. The combination feels both rustic and comforting, especially when paired with something fresh like courgette. I’ve been making this dish for …

Roasted Aubergine and Courgette with Tahini Yoghurt and Za’atar

The First Time I Tasted These Flavours Together The first time I tasted this dish, roasted aubergine and courgette, the combination of smoky aubergine, cool yoghurt, and sharp pomegranate molasses, it stopped me in my …
Roasted Courgette and Aubergine with Ras el Hanout and Tahini Drizzle

I’ve always loved how roasting brings out the natural sweetness of courgettes and aubergines, but for this recipe, I wanted something that whispered warm and Middle Eastern. A gentle coating of ras el hanout does …
Roasted Courgette and Aubergine with Garlic, Lemon and Thyme

Roasted courgettes and aubergines are one of those sides I like to cook with, especially when I’m after something simple yet full of flavour. The way these vegetables soak up olive oil and take on …
Preserved Lemon and Butter Bean Salad with Charred Courgette and Dill

Bright, Creamy, and Full of Summer Flavour This butter bean salad with preserved lemon and charred courgette is something I’ve come back to again and again. It’s quick, light, and great on its own or …

Chicken Thigh Skewers with Lemon Za’atar and Charred Courgette

Chicken thigh skewers are brilliant on the BBQ. They stay juicy, take on flavour well, and cook evenly. I like to pair them with Mediterranean-style flavours that hold up against the heat. In this recipe, …
Pesto Veggie Halloumi Skewers

Bright, herby, and full of garden-fresh flavour, these Pesto Veggie Halloumi Skewers are a gorgeous addition to any vegetarian BBQ spread. Creamy halloumi cubes are grilled alongside tender courgette ribbons, juicy cherry tomatoes, and earthy …