Courgette recipes

Slow-cook courgettes to soften them and combine with butter beans and a punchy pesto. Scatter over some feta or goat’s cheese, if you like, and serve with crusty bread

We can't resist these simple spring nachos with courgette, punchy feta cheese and spicy jalapeño. They make a great sharing snack for a relaxed gathering

Enjoy this super healthy soup when you want a comforting but low-calorie lunch – rich in fibre, vitamin C and folic acid

Make snacking exciting and swap your chips and dips for these cumin-spiced fritters with zingy tomato salsa. They're easy to make and are great for sharing

The freshness of this spiralized courgette carpaccio is the ideal counterpart for a spicy dish, so try eating this with curry or sticky ribs

These spiced pea and coriander fritters are easy to make ahead of time. Scatter with crunchy spring onions and serve with the cool minty yogurt dip

Crisp courgette flowers stuffed with mozzarella - a seasonal summer favourite!

Spiralized carrot and courgette add a splash of colour and crunch to these sprightly Vietnamese spring rolls. Pair with our simple chilli dipping sauce

If you’re looking for a starter to impress, look no further: moreish marshmallows give this courgette-packed soup the wow factor

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