Ingredients

• 4 courgettes
• sea salt
• freshly ground black pepper
• 1 red chilli
• ½ clove garlic
• 1 handful of fresh mint
• extra virgin olive oil
• 1 squeeze lemon juice
• broad beans
• raw peas 

Preparation 

1. This salad is incredibly easy to prepare. It pairs with various accompaniments like mozzarella, goat's cheese, cured meats, and grilled or barbecued seafood such as cod or haddock, as well as with chicken or pork. For the best results, choose firm and moderately sized courgettes.
2. Begin by thinly slicing 4 courgettes lengthwise, as thin as you can ( use a mandolin if you have one). Grill the slices on a blazing hot griddle pan or barbecue until they develop a light char on both sides. Arrange the grilled courgette slices on a large plate, ensuring they are spread out evenly to prevent them from becoming soggy - limp courgettes are best avoided at all costs. While still warm, season the courgettes with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
3. Next, deseed a red chili and finely chop it. Similarly, finely chop half a clove of garlic and sprinkle both the chili and garlic evenly over the courgettes from a height. Adjust the amount according to your preference, but bear in mind that the heat and flavors will mellow once mixed with olive oil and lemon juice.

Serves 4 Prep time 15 minutes

Courgette salad with mint, garlic, red chilli, lemon & extra virgin olive oil