vegetarian

Crunchy-edged fritters with soft pumpkin centres I love a side dish that can be eaten with a fork or fingers, and pumpkin fritters fit that bill perfectly. These have a crisp, golden exterior from shallow …

Smooth pumpkin mash with mellow roasted garlic Pumpkin mash has always been my answer when I want the comfort of mashed potatoes but with a lighter, slightly sweeter note. The roasted garlic in this version …

Sweet roasted pumpkin with fragrant sage butter I’ve always loved how roasted pumpkin transforms in the oven. It starts off dense and pale, and by the time it’s roasted, the flesh turns rich orange, soft …

This courgette, lemon, and mint salad is great in summer When the weather is warm, I find myself reaching for dishes that feel crisp and lively rather than heavy or complex. This courgette, lemon, and …

I first made this dish a couple of days after a trip to a small Lebanese restaurant in London. The courgettes were charred until smoky, then topped with cool yoghurt, fresh mint, and a dusting …

Harissa and chickpeas make courgettes so much more exciting I first tried this combination at a small Moroccan restaurant in London. They served a warm salad of vegetables in a shallow bowl, bright red from …

When I first tried pairing roasted courgettes with tahini, I didn’t expect the creamy, nutty sauce to complement them so well. Courgettes, when roasted until golden and slightly sweet, have a soft texture that soaks …

I love slow-roasting courgettes with tomatoes I’ve always thought of this as the easiest way to capture the flavours of ratatouille without the full complexity of the original. Instead of cooking everything separately, I let …

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 …

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. …