Courgette Recipes & How to Cook Courgettes • The Cook Report

This is a collection of all my favourite courgette recipes and all the tips you need for how to cook with this versatile and tasty vegetable!

Courgettes are a super versatile vegetable and one that I use regularly in my cooking. It tastes good in plenty of different cuisines and takes on flavour really well. Below I've listed my favourite easy courgette recipes to help you make the most of this summer vegetable!

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How to cook courgettes

Courgettes are great for roasting or frying. They can also be spiralised and served as an alternative to pasta. They can even be eaten raw.

What can I cook with courgettes?

So many things! I use it to add bulk to pasta sauces, add it to salads, throw into soups and use it as a simple side dish. There's so many options of things you can cook with courgettes so go crazy!

When is courgette in season?

Courgettes are in season in the summer from June to October.

How do you prepare a courgette?

Courgettes are very easy to prepare, they don't need to be peeled so simply chop the ends off and then slice or dice and use in whatever recipe you fancy.

What is the difference between a zucchini and a courgette?

They're the same thing! Zucchini is the word used in Italy and North America while courgette is the name used in British English.

Can you eat raw courgette?

You can eat courgette raw or cooked. It's good added to salads as it has a nice fresh crunch which is slightly softer than cucumber.

Are courgettes good for you?

There are many health benefits to eating courgettes. They are one of the lowest calorie vegetables and contain no saturated fat. The skin is also a great source of fibre and courgettes contain plenty of vitamins which make them a great choice for adding to your diet.

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Recipes with Courgettes

1. Tomato & Halloumi Bake with Courgette

Tomato and Halloumi Bake

This halloumi bake perfectly combines the healthy freshness of vegetables with the chewy, salty halloumi for a delicious vegetarian dinner.

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2. 30 Minute Pork & Courgette Ramen

Pork and Courgette Ramen

Make this pork and courgette ramen for a quick weeknight dinner. Now you can have ramen on the table in less than half an hour!

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Make this pork and courgette ramen recipe for a quick weeknight dinner. Now you can have ramen on the table in less than half an hour!

3. Potato, Courgette & Halloumi Hash with Tomato Sauce

Potato, Courgette & Halloumi Hash with Tomato Sauce

I love this potato, courgette & halloumi hash for breakfast, lunch or dinner! Topped with an easy tomato sauce & a poached egg it's a guaranteed winner.

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4. Courgette & Prosciutto One Pot Pasta

Courgette & Prosciutto One Pot Pasta

This courgette & prosciutto one pot pasta recipe is so quick and easy. Throw everything in the pot and 20 minutes later you've got dinner on the table!

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5. Vegetable Tagine with Chickpeas

Vegetable Tagine with Chickpeas

This vegetable tagine is one of my favourite healthy comfort foods. It's full of rich Moroccan spices and plenty of vegetables to help keep you healthy and comforted all winter long!

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6. Rich Vegetable Stew with Creamy Polenta

Rich Vegetable Stew with Creamy Polenta

This rich vegetable stew with creamy polenta is the perfect winter vegetarian meal. It's easy, hearty and filling with amazing Italian flavour.

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7. Easy One Pot Vegetarian Lasagne

Easy One Pot Vegetarian Lasagne

This vegetarian lasagne is so quick and easy to make. Filled with carrots, peppers, courgettes and mushrooms it's the perfect meat free dinner recipe!

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8. Summer Gnocchi Skillet

Summer Gnocchi Skillet

This summer gnocchi skillet is full of fresh vegetables and chewy pillows of gnocchi. It only takes one pan and can come together in half an hour.

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9. Courgette Fritters with Pecorino

Courgette & Pecorino Fritters | Potato & Bacon Hash

These courgette fritters get a kick from pecorino and chilli flakes. They work perfectly alongside crispy fried potato & bacon and topped with a fried egg!

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10. Roast Vegetable Salad with Halloumi

Roast Vegetable Salad with Halloumi

This roast vegetable salad is a great summer dinner full of healthy fresh greens and chopped Mediterranean veggies marinated in a mixture of olive oil and lemon juice all served on a bed of hummus.

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11. Mediterranean Fish and Vegetable Bake

Mediterranean Fish and Vegetable Bake

This healthy one pan fish and vegetable bake is bursting with Mediterranean flavour from the tomatoes, olives and plenty of herbs. Serve with plenty of crusty bread.

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