Braised Courgette Bites with Lemon and Herbs

Tender, flavorful courgette bites braised in white wine with lemon, herbs, and garlic. Perfect as a light appetizer or side dish.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

45 minutes

Calories

125

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.97

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Ingredients

Servings

2Courgettes (Zucchini)(Medium size, about 1 pound total)

£1.20

2tablespoonsOlive Oil(Extra Virgin)

£0.30

2clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.15

0.5cupDry White Wine(Such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)

£0.75

0.3cupVegetable Broth(Low sodium)

£0.10

1tablespoonFresh Lemon Juice(From about half a lemon)

£0.25

1tablespoonFresh Thyme(Chopped)

£0.60

1tablespoonFresh Parsley(Chopped)

£0.50

0.3teaspoonSalt(Or to taste)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste)

£0.02

Total Cost

£3.88

£0.97 per serving

The Method

1
Wash and trim the courgettes. Cut them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
2
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
3
Add the courgette rounds to the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to brown lightly.
4
Pour in the white wine and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer.
5
Cover the skillet with a lid and reduce the heat to low. Braise for 15-20 minutes, or until the courgettes are tender but still hold their shape.
6
Remove the lid and increase the heat slightly. Cook for a few more minutes to allow the sauce to reduce slightly and thicken.
7
Stir in the lemon juice, thyme, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
8
Serve the braised courgette bites warm or at room temperature. Garnish with extra fresh herbs, if desired.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (170g)

125 kcal / 523 kJ

Carbs

3% of RDA

Fat

13% of RDA

Protein

4% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

2 g

7% of RDA

Sugar

4 g

4% of RDA

Sodium

175 mg

8% of RDA

Saturated Fat

1 g

5% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a richer flavor, add a knob of butter to the pan during the last few minutes of cooking.

If you don't have fresh herbs, you can use dried herbs. Use about 1 teaspoon of each dried herb.

These courgette bites can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.

Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the sauce.

Cooking Equipment

Large Skillet with Lid

Cutting Board

Knife

Wine Pairings

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