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Quick Pickled Courgette

Cooking With Kids

Controlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. In quick pickled courgette, courgette, cloves of garlic and bay leaves are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.

Prep
15 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
Advanced
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What to know about Quick Pickled Courgette

Bright, gently tangy quick-pickled zucchini stay crisp, perfumed with garlic and herbs. Vegan and gluten-free, ideal for summer nibbling, tucked in a sandwich or served as a starter. Chills to perfection in a few hours, friendly to delicate palates.

Timing
60 min
Serves
4
Dietary notes
Dairy-free, Egg-free, Fish-free, Gluten-free

⚠️Before cooking, check ingredient labels and cross-contact risk for your dietary needs.

This is not medical advice. For allergies or dietary restrictions, always confirm with your healthcare provider.

Instructions

Servings:4
  1. Sterilizing a glass jar over a pot beside sliced cucumbers
    1Sterilize your clean jar by filling it with 1 cup of boiling water, covering with the lid, and swirling the water inside. Use oven mitts to hold the jar carefully.
  2. Glass jar emptied into a sink beside a bowl of sliced cucumbers
    2Drain the water completely.

Nutrition

Calories
187
Protein
2.4g
Carbs
27.9g

Family cooking

Cooking With Kids

Simple ways children can join safely, with adult guidance.

EasyAll ages

Age 3-5

Small helper

  • Mash soft ingredients
  • Wash fruit and vegetables
A young child mixing ingredients in a bowl with adult supervision nearby

Age 6-8

Kitchen explorer

  • Stir a batter
  • Measure simple ingredients
A child whisking batter with measuring tools on a family kitchen counter

Chef tips

This is a great recipe to start with — let the children measure and mix all the ingredients!

Culinary reasoning

Controlled oven heat develops an even texture while preserving the balance of the listed ingredients. In quick pickled courgette, courgette, cloves of garlic and bay leaves are brought together in the stated order so their textures remain controlled and the seasoning is distributed evenly.

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Cooking step 3 for קישואים מוחמצים מהירים
3In the bottom of the jar, add 3 halved cloves of garlic, 2-3 bay leaves, and 6-8 peppercorns.
  • Cooking step 4 for קישואים מוחמצים מהירים
    4Slice courgette into 1 cm thick rings, discarding the ends.
  • Cooking step 5 for קישואים מוחמצים מהירים
    5Layer the courgette slices tightly, sprinkling dill and parsley between each layer.
  • Cooking step 6 for קישואים מוחמצים מהירים
    6Pack the courgette down with a clean utensil if needed and top with any remaining dill and parsley.
  • Cooking step 7 for קישואים מוחמצים מהירים
    7Combine all marinade ingredients and stir until sugar and salt are dissolved.
  • Cooking step 8 for קישואים מוחמצים מהירים
    8Carefully pour the hot marinade over the layered courgette.
  • Jar of pickled cucumbers with dill, garlic and mustard seeds
    9Cover tightly with the lid and let the jar cool to room temperature before refrigerating overnight.
  • Cooking step 10 for קישואים מוחמצים מהירים
    10Allow to marinate for a minimum of 12 hours. They will keep in the fridge for 5-7 days.

    • Ingredients

    • 2 - 2 1/4 lb courgette (4 medium green courgette, yellow squash, or light green Mexican courgette)
    • 3 cloves of garlic (halved)
    • 2-3 bay leaves
    • 6-8 peppercorns
    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
    • 3 cups boiling hot water
    • 2 Tbsp olive oil
    • 1/2 cup white vinegar (5% acidity)
    • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
    • 1 Tbsp salt (sea salt, non-iodized)
    • 1/2 gallon jar with lid or heat-proof bowl with tightly fitting lid

    Nutrition

    Calories
    187
    Protein
    2.4g
    Carbs
    27.9g

    Chef tips

    This is a great recipe to start with — let the children measure and mix all the ingredients!

    Age 9+

    Confident cook

    • Read the steps
    • Portion and shape
    An older child reading a recipe while measuring ingredients independently

    Adults only

    Grown-up task

    • Use heat
    • Handle sharp tools
    An adult safely handling a hot oven tray with oven mitts

    Adult supervision required. Match activities to the child's age and abilities.

    Skills Kids Practice

    • Following instructions
    • Fine motor skills
    • Counting
    • Teamwork

    A good moment to remind kids not to share spoons, to wash hands, and to check ingredients with an adult.

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