What are Courgettes or Zucchini?

Courgettes, the French name for Zucchini, are part of the summer squash family. This vegetable is really good for you since it contains only 31 calories, very little carbohydrates and virtually no fat. A very good source of potassium (513mg), vitamin C (33mg), calcium (29mg) and vitamin A (392mcg), courgettes are very easy to make and are very tasty.

Why don't you try this easy and quick recipe:

Ingredients

500g of courgetts (zucchini), diced
2 tbsp olive oil
2 chopped medium onions or 6 spring onions
1-2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
3 tbsp finely chopped parsley
salt and black pepper to taste

Cooking instructions

Place 1 tbsp of olive oil in a non-sticky pan with 2 tbsp of water.

Add the onion and garlic and mix well.

Add the courgettes or zucchini.

Cover and cook gently stirring occasionally for about 10 minutes until ingredients are soft but not brown.



When ready season to taste and serve with a sprinkle of olive oil and the chopped parsley.

ENJOY IT!