Delicious Courgette, Mint & Feta Quiche Recipe

Light, fresh and full of summer flavour, this Courgette, Feta & Mint Quiche is ideal for sunny lunches, picnics, or effortless dinners. The creamy tang of feta complements the delicate sweetness of courgette and the brightness of fresh mint, all baked in a golden, buttery pastry crust. Whether you’re working through a courgette glut or simply craving something seasonal, this quiche is a simple yet satisfying choice.

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When the sun is shining and courgettes are visible in gardens and markets everywhere, it’s time to embrace the best of summer cooking recipes. This Courgette, Feta & Mint Quiche is light, vibrant, and packed with seasonal flavour—perfect for lazy lunches, picnic spreads, or a make-ahead weekday meal.

Courgettes are now a UK stummer staple when it comes to the UK and recipes (read how that happened here), my recipes for courgettes are designed to use gluts. Here’s my favourite Courgette content.

Courgette Bread Recipe

It’s a brilliant way to use up a courgette glut, and the fresh mint adds a lively twist that lifts the dish beyond your standard savoury tart. Salty feta balances the mild sweetness of the courgette, and the result is a golden, flaky quiche that tastes like summer on a plate.

Courgette, Mint & Feta Quiche Recipe Perfect for…

Garden lunches

Picnics or Lighter BBQ Alternatives
Light dinners with a side salad
Meal prepping during courgette season

Courgette, Mint & Feta Quiche Ingredients

Whether you choose to make your own shortcrust pastry or buy premade, you’ll need this ahead of time.

For the shortcrust pastry:

200g plain flour
100g cold unsalted butter, cubed

Pinch of salt
2–3 tbsp cold water

For the filling:

2 medium courgettes, grated or shredded

150g feta cheese, crumbled
4 medium eggs
100ml milk. Use cream for a richer flavour if required

20g fresh mint, roughly chopped
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Read my growing guides to courgettes and mint

Courgette, Mint & Feta Quiche Method

First, start by making or buying the shortcrust pastry

1. Make the Shortcrust Pastry

Place all the pastry ingredients in a bowl, rub the butter into the flour and salt until the mixture resembles breadcrumbs. Add cold water a tablespoon at a time until the dough comes together. I used a regular knife to stir and bind it together until it’s just about done, then I shape it with my hands.

Shape the pastry into a ball, wrap it in cling film, and put it in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.

2. Blind Bake the Base of the Quiche

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan). Roll out the pastry and line a 23cm tart tin. Prick the base with a fork, line with baking paper and fill with baking beans. Bake for 20 minutes, then remove the paper and beans and bake for 5 more minutes until the base is cooked and the quiche case is golden.

While the base is baking, you can make your filling.

3. Prepare the Filling

Heat olive oil in a frying pan (I use these from Tower, they stack easily and having a removable handle means I can put them in the oven as well) over medium heat. Lightly sauté the shredded courgette for 10 minutes until softened. Season with salt and pepper. Do NOT put the lid on, you do NOT want to retain moisture in the courgette. Allow to cool slightly.

In a measuring jug or bowl, whisk the eggs. Add a grind of pepper and a little salt (not too much, as the feta will be salty), and then stir in the milk. Add the mint and most of the crumbled feta cheese. Retain a little for the topping on the quiche.

Add in the cooled, softened courgettes. Stir together.

4. Assemble & Bake

Pour in your mixture and top with the remaining feta. Bake for 30–35 minutes until set and lightly golden.

5. Cool & Serve your Courgette, Mint & Feta Quiche

Let the quiche cool for 10 minutes before slicing. Serve warm or at room temperature with a crisp green salad or roasted new potatoes.

Tips & Variations

No time for pastry? Use ready-rolled shortcrust or even filo sheets for a shortcut.

Dairy-free? Try plant-based cream and vegan feta-style cheese.
Add-ins: Peas, spinach, or a sprinkle of chilli flakes work well.
Storage: Keeps in the fridge for 2–3 days and is delicious cold. You can also freeze this quiche. Defrost thoroughly and warm through in an oven/air fryer.

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Final Thoughts on this delicious Courgette, Mint and Feta Quiche

This Courgette, Feta & Mint Quiche captures everything we love about British summer eating—fresh, light, and full of flavour. It’s a seasonal celebration in every bite and a great way to make the most of your garden or haul from the market or shop.

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