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From quiches and pastas to tarts and burgers, we've got courgette recipes that'll really impress.
This veg-filled courgette and chorizo baked rice recipe is inspired by risotto, but with a whole lot less stirring! Crispy nuggets of chorizo and tender courgette are baked with rice under a melting cheesy topping for a hassle-free dinner idea.
Introduce your children to the flavours of the Mediterranean with this combination of chicken and chorizo.
Roasting the stuffed courgettes gives them a lovely sweet flavour, while the crunchy Parmesan, herb and panko breadcrumb mix provides a satisfying crunch
This sausage and courgette pasta bake is hearty, comforting and perfect for a midweek dinner
Make these turkey meatball pittas for a healthy dinner idea the family will love. Packed with veg, the turkey meatballs are mixed with courgettes and plenty of herbs before being loaded into pittas with an easy ribbon salad tossed in a tangy lime dressing.
Give a classic British pasty a Mediterranean spin with this veggie pasties recipe. Buttery shortcrust pastry is filled with courgettes, peppers and red onion in a simple herby tomato sauce for an easy savoury bake.
Make this courgette orzo traybake recipe for a simple meat-free Monday dinner. Grating the courgettes into the orzo is an easy way to get your veg, along with plenty of chilli, garlic and spring onions for maximum flavour, all topped off with crunchy crout
Make the most of courgettes this summer with this stuffed courgettes recipe, perfect for a weekend lunch or light summer dinner. Fill grilled courgettes with melting cheese, spring onions and crispy croutons, then serve with fragrant mint and lemon rice.
Whip up this quick chorizo and courgette spaghetti recipe and have dinner on the table in under half an hour. Toss spaghetti with crispy chunks of chorizo, a rich garlic butter sauce and fresh grated courgette for a new go-to pasta.
A box of eggs and plenty of veg is all you need to whip up a batch of these ratatouille omelettes. This easy omelette recipe is filled with a Med veg medley with courgettes, peppers and onions in a rich tomato sauce, finished with melting cheese.
Bake a simple dinner with this quick tomato and courgette tart recipe. Pesto and créme fraîche make a herby, creamy base on top of buttery puff pastry for the colourful veggie topping.
The simple technique of making hasselback courgettes is an easy way to add maximum flavour to your veg. In this one-tray hasselback courgette bake, the courgettes are rubbed with harissa and roasted on a smoky tomato sauce, before being topped with crunchy
Jamie says, "Making a batch of hidden veg sauce is an easy way of getting lots of good stuff into kids. It looks just like plain old tomato sauce, only better for you."
Make kids' lunchboxes more exciting and get them eating more veg with these frittata sandwiches, loaded with colourful courgette and juicy sweetcorn
For an easy dairy-free dinner that's ready in under 30 minutes, try this colourful mackerel salad recipe with pickled red onion, tender courgettes and hearty butter beans
With colourful sweetcorn and zesty lemon, this courgette soup recipe with hearty brown rice makes a wonderfully comforting dinner or lunch idea
Looking for picnic inspiration this summer? Have a go at this vibrant chicken quiche recipe, with ribbons of courgette and crumbly feta cheese
Jamie Oliver says, "Light and spongy with a gorgeous crispy top, this focaccia is so easy even the kids can help you make it."
Try Jamie Oliver's speedy pasta recipe with courgette, lemon and peas for an easy family dinner.
This colourful courgette spaghetti recipe is simple to cook and full of fresh flavours. Grating the courgette is super-easy and means it doesn’t need to be cooked separately – simply stir into the pasta with juicy cherry tomatoes and creamy ricotta.
This simple pesto salmon recipe is the ultimate hassle-free meal. A green veg medley of courgettes, peas and green beans is wrapped in parchment with salmon fillets and fresh pesto and all roasted together for a vibrant summer dinner.
Try a new chicken breast recipe with this Tex-Mex inspired barbecue chicken one-pot.
Throwing a barbecue? These meatball and Mediterranean vegetable kebabs are sure to be a real crowd-pleaser but are so easy to make, you could rustle them up for a speedy dinner any time the sun is shining.
Need some veggie burger inspiration for your next barbecue? This carrot, courgette and halloumi burger recipe is packed with grated veg and makes a change from bean burgers.
Prepare to wow with Jamie Oliver's epic sandwich that’s filled with griddled veg, chicken and avocado.
Try a veg-packed pilaf recipe with courgette and peas for a simple family dinner that's ready in just over half an hour
For a simple yet satisfying dinner idea for two, try this tasty fuss-free tart recipe
Jamie Oliver says, "Nutty bulgur wheat and creamy feta turn these crispy savoury cakes into something really special. Harissa gives them a nice hum of chilli, while the mint and lemon add freshness and zing."
This is the perfect way to serve green veg for a springtime Sunday roast. The zesty parsley butter is gorgeous melted over the courgette, peas and spring greens. Plus they take just 15 minutes to prepare.
These baked courgettes are stuffed with fresh French flavours, inspired by the delicious ingredients of a classic tuna Niçoise salad.
Enriched with ras el hanout, tart apricots and sweet honey, this vegetarian and dairy-free tagine is inspired by the aromatic flavours of Morocco
Add some fresh flavours to your barbecue with simple veggie sides. These speedy courgette and asparagus skewers flavoured with olive oil and lemon zest make a fun vegan addition to a barbecue spread.
Make the most of fresh summer veg with this easy vegetarian recipe ready in just 20 minutes. Runner beans, courgettes, lemon and ricotta make these gnocchi a truly summery affair, ideal for a quick midweek meal.