Courgettes With Capers Recipe

Brighten your meal with this vibrant courgette (zucchini) side dish! A delightful blend of tender-crisp courgettes, briny capers, and zesty lemon, this recipe is quick, easy, and perfect alongside grilled fish, lentils, or roasted chicken. Get ready for a burst of Mediterranean flavor in just 20 minutes!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 110.6 kcal
Protein 3g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Courgettes With Capers

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How to Make Courgettes With Capers

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 medium courgettes (zucchini), sliced into half-moons, and toss to coat in the oil.
  3. Add 1 tablespoon of white wine vinegar, stir well, cover, and cook for 5 minutes, until the courgettes are tender-crisp.
  4. Remove the lid and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until most of the liquid has evaporated.
  5. Stir in 2 tablespoons of capers, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, and the juice of ½ a lemon.
  6. Toss gently to combine. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  7. Serve warm as a delicious side dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

8 g

Sugar

8g

Fat

7g

Carbs

1g