Lemon and Mint Courgettes
Zingy and herby, these easy courgettes are a slimming-friendly side dish that you’ll make time and time again. They’re super quick to rustle up, and they go with everything!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories25
- Carbs2g
- Protein1.8g
- Fat0.5g
- Saturates0.1g
- Sugars1.7g
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Packed with green goodness, courgettes are delicious any time of year, but especially during the summer months when they’re ripe and plentiful. We’ve paired them up with the refreshing flavours of mint and lemon to create this light, low-calorie, versatile side dish.
Ideal for serving with meat, fish or your favourite veggie recipes, they’re on the table in just 13 minutes. The beauty of this recipe is all in its simplicity – you only need a handful of vibrant, fresh ingredients to make our Lemon and Mint Courgettes.
You’ll want to follow the cooking instructions carefully and keep a close eye on your courgettes as they cook. No one likes mushy vegetables, so you only need to cook them until they’re golden, and serve them while they still have a nice bite to them.
Dish them up piping hot and enjoy the zesty, fresh flavours!
What diets are these Lemon and Mint Courgettes suitable for?
This Lemon and Mint Courgettes recipe is suitable for vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free diets.
If you’re cooking for people with allergies, be extra careful when checking ingredients and preparing food!
Do you need any special ingredients to make Lemon and Mint Courgettes?
Nope! This recipe is lovely and simple, using just a few ingredients.
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How many calories are in these Lemon and Mint Courgettes?
This Lemon and Mint Courgettes is included in our Everyday Light category because it contains just 25 calories per portion. For more delicious dishes all under 400 calories, take a look at other Everyday Light recipes!
This Lemon and Mint Courgettes recipe is ideal when following any of the larger diet plans such as Weight Watchers or counting calories.
The average woman needs around 2000kcal per day to maintain a healthy body weight, and men typically need slightly more at 2,500kcals, but you may want to reduce these if you are aiming to lose weight. You can find more information on the NHS website.
Step 1
Spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat.
Step 2
When the frying pan is hot, add the courgettes and stir-fry for 5 – 7 minutes, until light golden on all sides, but still bright green and not too soft.
Step 3
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest and garlic granules, and stir in. Cook for about 1 minute, taking care not to overcook otherwise the courgettes will become mushy. The courgettes should still retain a little crispness and their green colour.
Step 4
Stir in the mint and season to taste with salt and black pepper. Serve hot, with a main course of your choice.
What could I serve with these Lemon and Mint Courgettes?
We’re not kidding when we say these Lemon and Mint Courgettes are super versatile! They’re perfect when you want to add a pop of green to your plate. Serve them with grilled meat, fish or any of the following main courses:
How do you know when Lemon and Mint Courgettes are cooked?
You’ll need to cook these Lemon and Mint Courgettes for around 8 minutes, or until the courgettes are lightly golden, and still have a crisp bite to them. Take care not to overcook them as they may become a little too soft, and they’re much nicer when they’re not mushy!
Here in the UK, the standard advice is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and maintained that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep you and your family safe!
How long can you keep Lemon and Mint Courgettes in the fridge?
We don’t recommend keeping this recipe in the fridge. Our Lemon and Mint Courgettes are quick to make from scratch and they taste so much better when they’re cooked right before serving.
Can I freeze Lemon and Mint Courgettes?
No, this recipe is not suitable for freezing as the courgettes may become mushy when they are defrosted. We promise it tastes best when it is freshly prepared and eaten right away!
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Lemon and Mint Courgettes
Zingy and herby, these easy courgettes are a slimming-friendly side dish that you’ll make time and time again. They’re super quick to rustle up, and they go with everything!
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Prep Time
5 MINS
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Cook Time
8 MINS
- KCals 25
- Carbs 2G
Instructions
- Spray a large frying pan with low-calorie cooking spray and place over a medium heat.
- When the frying pan is hot, add the courgettes and stir-fry for 5 - 7 minutes, until light golden on all sides, but still bright green and not too soft.
- Add the lemon juice, lemon zest and garlic granules, and stir in. Cook for about 1 minute, taking care not to overcook otherwise the courgettes will become mushy. The courgettes should still retain a little crispness and their green colour.
- Stir in the mint and season to taste with salt and black pepper. Serve hot, with a main course of your choice.
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