side dishes

For me, the right side dish can lift a meal and make it feel complete. Sometimes it’s as simple as roasted vegetables with herbs, other times it’s a crisp salad or buttery potatoes. This collection brings together recipes that balance the main plate and add their own character. I’ve included lighter options for busy weeknights as well as indulgent sides fit for a bigger spread. Whether you’re after something fresh, warm, or comforting, these are the recipes I keep in rotation to round out any meal.

  • Pumpkin Mash with Roasted Garlic and Thyme

    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 …

  • Courgette, Lemon, and Mint Salad

    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 …

  • Charred Courgettes with Yoghurt, Mint, and Sumac

    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 …

  • Grilled Courgettes with Chimichurri Sauce

    Chimichurri works so well with courgettes! The first time I paired chimichurri with courgettes, it was a happy accident. I’d made the sauce for this bbq chicken with chimichurri recipe, but the courgettes I was …

  • Spiced Courgettes with Harissa and Chickpeas

    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 …

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