Courgette Dip
This courgette dip is an easy, healthy recipe which is super versatile. Serve it as a dip like hummus or baba ganoush, spread it on crackers like a kind of courgette paté, or serve it with pasta as a quick courgette sauce.
Equipment
- Blender or food processor
Ingredients
- 500 g courgettes
- 1 clove garlic Peeled and finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh herbs - basil, mint or thyme roughly torn, stems removed
- 2 tablespoon tahini or greek yogurt
- salt and pepper
Instructions
- Trim the ends from the courgettes and slice into discs about 5mm thick.
- Peel and very finely chop the garlic.
- Heat the olive oil over a medium heat in a frying pan. Add the courgettes and fry, stirring and turning occasionally, for 10 minutes. The courgette should become golden brown.
- Add the garlic and fry for another 2 minutes.
- Add the courgette and garlic to a food processor or blender. You can also use an immersion blender and a jug. Add the tahini, herbs and salt and pepper to taste.
- Blitz until smooth and creamy.
Notes
- If you don't have any fresh herbs, try adding a spoonful of pesto to the courgette dip.
- Greek yogurt can be used in place of the tahini if you prefer. Or try a spoonful of each.
- You can also add a pinch of cumin or nutmeg if liked. For a spicier, smoky courgette dip, add a pinch of smoked paprika.
Nutrition
Calories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 6.4gProtein: 3.6gFat: 7.9gSaturated Fat: 1.1gFiber: 2.5gSugar: 2.3g
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