Jamie Oliver

Jamie Oliver Courgette Salad

Jamie Oliver Courgette Salad

This easy Jamie Oliver courgette salad is a fresh, light, and nutritious dish perfect for a quick lunch or side. The grilled courgettes are perfectly charred, paired with spicy chilli, garlic, and mint for a deliciously simple flavor. You can easily adapt it with peas, broad beans, or your favorite seasonal veggies!

Jump to Recipe Jump to Video Print Recipe

Ingredients Needed

  • 4 courgettes (approximately 500g / 1 lb)
  • Sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 red chilli
  • ½ clove garlic
  • 1 handful fresh mint (about 10g / 0.35 oz)
  • Extra virgin olive oil (about 2 tbsp)
  • 1 squeeze of lemon juice
  • Broad beans (optional)
  • Raw peas (optional)

How To Make Courgette Salad

  1. Slice and Grill Courgettes: Slice 4 courgettes lengthways as thin as possible (use a mandolin if available). Grill on a hot griddle pan or barbecue until lightly charred on each side.
  2. Arrange Courgettes: Place the courgette slices over a large plate without stacking them to avoid steaming. Let them cool slightly before seasoning.
  3. Season Courgettes: While the courgettes are still warm, sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Prepare Chilli and Garlic: Deseed and finely chop 1 red chilli, then finely chop ½ clove garlic. Sprinkle the chilli and garlic evenly over the courgettes.
  5. Add Fresh Mint and Dress: Tear a handful of fresh mint over the courgettes. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
  6. Optional Additions: For extra texture and flavor, add blanched broad beans or raw peas.
  7. Leftovers Tip: If you have leftovers, bake fish fillets (like cod, haddock, or bass) on top of the courgettes. Serve with steamed rice and seasoned yoghurt for a healthy and fresh meal.
Jamie Oliver Courgette Salad
Jamie Oliver Courgette Salad

Recipe Tips

  • Slice Courgettes Thinly: Use a mandolin for even, thin slices. This helps them cook quickly and get nice char marks without going soggy.
  • Grill on High Heat: A very hot griddle or barbecue gives the courgettes a smoky, charred flavor. If the heat is too low, they’ll steam instead of grilling.
  • Season While Warm: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and seasoning while the courgettes are still warm so they absorb the flavors better.
  • Don’t Stack the Courgettes: Lay them flat on a plate after grilling. Stacking will trap steam and make them soft and limp.

How To Store Leftovers?

Let the leftover courgette salad cool to room temperature. Store it in an airtight container and keep it in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving (approximately 150g)

  • Calories: 53
  • Total Fat: 2.4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.4g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 4.1g
  • Dietary Fiber: 1.8g
  • Sugars: 3.6g
  • Protein: 3.8g

Try More Jamie Oliver Recipes:

Jamie Oliver Courgette Salad
pinit
Print Recipe

Jamie Oliver Courgette Salad

Author: Imen Dridi Cooking Method:Grilling Cuisine:British Courses:Jamie Oliver Recipe Keys: C Courgette Salad
Difficulty:BeginnerPrep time: 10 minutesCook time: 5 minutesRest time: minutesTotal time: 15 minutesServings:4 servingsCalories:53 kcal Best Season:Suitable throughout the year

Description

This easy Jamie Oliver courgette salad is a fresh, light, and nutritious dish perfect for a quick lunch or side. The grilled courgettes are perfectly charred, paired with spicy chilli, garlic, and mint for a deliciously simple flavor. You can easily adapt it with peas, broad beans, or your favorite seasonal veggies!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Slice and Grill Courgettes: Slice 4 courgettes lengthways as thin as possible (use a mandolin if available). Grill on a hot griddle pan or barbecue until lightly charred on each side.
  2. Arrange Courgettes: Place the courgette slices over a large plate without stacking them to avoid steaming. Let them cool slightly before seasoning.
  3. Season Courgettes: While the courgettes are still warm, sprinkle with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Prepare Chilli and Garlic: Deseed and finely chop 1 red chilli, then finely chop ½ clove garlic. Sprinkle the chilli and garlic evenly over the courgettes.
  5. Add Fresh Mint and Dress: Tear a handful of fresh mint over the courgettes. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
  6. Optional Additions: For extra texture and flavor, add blanched broad beans or raw peas.
  7. Leftovers Tip: If you have leftovers, bake fish fillets (like cod, haddock, or bass) on top of the courgettes. Serve with steamed rice and seasoned yoghurt for a healthy and fresh meal.

Notes

  • Slice Courgettes Thinly: Use a mandolin for even, thin slices. This helps them cook quickly and get nice char marks without going soggy.
  • Grill on High Heat: A very hot griddle or barbecue gives the courgettes a smoky, charred flavor. If the heat is too low, they’ll steam instead of grilling.
  • Season While Warm: Sprinkle salt, pepper, and seasoning while the courgettes are still warm so they absorb the flavors better.
  • Don’t Stack the Courgettes: Lay them flat on a plate after grilling. Stacking will trap steam and make them soft and limp.
Keywords:Jamie Oliver Courgette Salad