Herbed Courgette Dip

A creamy and refreshing dip with the sweet, nutty flavour of roasted courgettes and plenty of fresh herbs. Perfect for entertaining or everyday snacking, this Herbed Courgette Dip comes together with just a handful of simple ingredients.

Herbed Courgette Dip Ingredients

• Courgettes – Roasting the courgettes brings out their natural sweetness and gives them a subtle nutty flavour.
• Garlic – Adds a bold, savoury depth of flavour.
• Tahini – Use either homemade or shop-bought tahini. It adds richness and a creamy texture.
• Greek yogurt – Helps make the dip smooth, creamy, and tangy.
• Fresh mint and basil – Add freshness and a bright, herby flavour.
• Olive oil – Contributes richness and helps create a silky texture.
• Paprika – Adds a subtle warmth and gentle spice.
• Salt and pepper – Season to taste, adding the salt gradually as the tahini and yogurt may already contain some salt.

How to make this Herbed Courgette Dip

Preheat the oven to 200°C/400°F. Slice the courgettes, toss them with olive oil, and spread them out on a baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes, or until browned and tender, then set aside to cool. Once cooled, add the courgettes and all remaining ingredients to a food processor and blend until smooth and well combined. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and, if desired, garnish with sliced fried courgettes, a drizzle of olive oil, and fresh herbs. Serve with your favourite crackers.

FAQs

How to store the Herbed Courgette Dip?

If you have any leftover dip, store it an airtight container for not more than 5 days. A great plus of this dip, is that it can easily be prepared in advance before you want to serve it!

How to serve?

Serve it up with cracker or crudités as a dip to nibble on. Or else, serve it as a side with your salad. Alternatively, layer this dip in your favourite sandwich or wrap and top it up with leafy greens and your favourite protein.

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