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How to make fried courgettes with lemon and mint

This delicious sautéed courgettes recipe is served with lemon and mint. It’s a really simple way to enjoy one of summer’s most delicious vegetables.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine British
Keyword how to cook courgettes, sauteed courgettes
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings 2 people
Calories 100kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 large courgettes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic
  • 1 lemon juiced
  • Small handful mint leaves finely chopped
  • Salt and pepper to taste
Metric - US customary

Instructions

  • Top and tail the courgettes then cut in half lengthways. Slice into half moons.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a non-stick frying pan.
  • Add the courgettes and the garlic and stir fry for 10-15 minutes over a low-medium heat. You’ll need to keep stirring to stop the courgettes from sticking.
  • Once the courgettes are cooked and starting to turn golden brown add the lemon juice, the mint leaves and season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Serve immediately as a side dish or with couscous or pasta.

Notes

Nutritional information is approximate and is intended as a guide only.

Nutrition

Calories: 100kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 512mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 392IU | Vitamin C: 36mg | Calcium: 37mg | Iron: 1mg