Courgette recipes

Courgette and martini may seem unlikely bedfellows, but blended with lemon and shots of gin and vermouth, this is a delicious take on a cocktail classic

Not only are these chocolate squares a great way to use up a glut of courgettes, they're topped with rye crumbs and sea salt for a chocolate cake with a twist

Turn Med-inspired courgette fritters into a large bake – it’s easier to cook, more substantial and can be served as lunch with a side salad and garlic yogurt

Get the maximum flavour out of all the veg in our pasta bake by pan-frying it first. You can also freeze this for up to three months to enjoy on busier days

This quick, simple dish makes a lovely side dish for fish or a stand-alone lunch served with toasted sourdough

Courgettes are at their best in the summer months, take advantage and whip up a quick, fresh side dish with garlic and herbs

Eggs are a great way to pack protein into a vegetarian diet, and these filled omelette wedges are super satisfying, too

Packed with oven-roasted aubergines, courgettes, peppers and onions, this tart makes a great centrepiece for a picnic or al fresco lunch

Add the punchy flavours of halloumi to pasta along with olives, courgette and tomato. Halloumi has more salt than cheddar, so a little goes a long way

Serve this thick, moreish dip of roasted courgettes and Greek yogurt with crudités or flatbread as part of a Lebanese meze spread

Fresh and crisp, this salad combines tangy fennel with zesty orange and crunchy courgette - dress at the very last minute before serving

Big on flavour but light on texture, this easy bake is just as good packed into a tin for a picnic or served with Greek yogurt for dessert

Add summer squash to risotto for a seasonal menu during sunnier months. Summer squash such as crookneck or patty work well, or you can use courgettes, too

Four ingredients and ten minutes is all you need to make this stunningly simple Med-style green salad

These cheesy savoury bites are best eaten on the day they're baked – ideally fresh from the oven. They're perfect for picnics or lunchboxes

Though a little fiddly, stuffing courgette flowers with ricotta cream filling and serving with tomato dressing looks dazzling

Roll out a puff pastry base and have a vegetarian meal in minutes with sliced greens, basil and ricotta cheese toppings

Grate your courgette and add to a pancake batter then fry up these mini veggie patties with chilli dip

Batch cook a vegetable soup when you have a seasonal bounty and you'll always have a healthy meal in the freezer

For a tasty Mexican-style supper, fold up some tortilla pockets and cram with veggies, pinto beans and oozing melted cheddar

Enjoy this hearty, healthy vegan pasta bake midweek, then reheat the leftovers on another night. It's made with courgettes, lentils, basil and a clever cashew topping

A chunky and vibrant homemade pickle flavoured with yellow mustard seeds. This courgette and tomato chutney makes for the perfect accompaniment or gift

This all-in-one salad makes light work of a summer meal and the most of the barbecue

This rice-sized pasta is often used in soup but it works brilliantly in this great-value dish