Courgette

A new twist on pasta: Prawn, courgette and balsamico

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A new twist on pasta: Prawn, courgette and balsamico By Laura Santini Published: 00:02 BST, 28 March 2021 | Updated: 00:02 BST, 28 March 2021 The sweet courgette and prawns work brilliantly with the last-minute drizzle of a syrupy aged balsamic vinegar or glaze. SERVES 2 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 2 garlic cloves, … Read more

The faster 800: Lentil, courgette, feta and beetroot salad

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The faster 800: Lentil, courgette, feta and beetroot salad By Dr Claire Bailey & Justine Pattison Published: 00:02 GMT, 10 January 2021 | Updated: 00:02 GMT, 10 January 2021 We try to slip lentils into meals where we can, as they are such a great source of fibre and nutrients. They also help to keep … Read more

New Year, new you: From spiced squash and cauliflower fritters to courgette primavera

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We all know that what we eat is crucial to helping us to lose weight — but our diet also has a vital role in how successfully our body fights off disease. Research shows that the more varied your diet, the greater the health benefits, as your body needs a wide range of different food … Read more

Music company boss was sick for four days after eating homegrown courgette

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I was laid low by a toxic COURGETTE: Music company boss was sick for four days after eating homegrown vegetable Mike Andrews, 64, from east Yorkshire, hallucinated with toxic squash syndrome The music management company director suffered sickness and diarrhoea  He join dozens who have fallen victim to a rogue batch of poisonous courgettes By Chris Brooke … Read more

Mr Fothergill’s recalls courgette seeds containing unusually high levels of poisonous compounds

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British supplier Mr Fothergill’s has recalled batch of courgette seeds after finding they contained unusually high levels of compounds that are poisonous to humans. These ‘cucurbitacins’ — which give a bitter taste — are steroids used by the gourd family including courgettes, cucumbers, melons and pumpkins to deter predators. Cultivated gourds are bred for low … Read more