Feta Zucchini Fritters

Crispy, golden, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, Feta Zucchini Fritters are the perfect blend of fresh vegetables, creamy feta cheese, and fragrant herbs. These easy-to-make fritters feature grated zucchini, tangy feta, garlic, green onions, and a touch of dill, all bound together with a light batter for a perfectly crisp texture. A key cooking tip: thoroughly squeeze the zucchini to prevent sogginess, ensuring each fritter fries up beautifully. Ready in just 35 minutes, these fritters are ideal as a quick appetizer, a light vegetarian main, or even a snack. Serve them warm with a dollop of yogurt or tzatziki for an irresistible dish that’s as satisfying as it is nutritious. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, these fritters will quickly become a favorite on your table!

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium (about 400g) zucchini
• 100 grams feta cheese
• 60 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 2 stalks green onions
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 tablespoons, fresh, chopped dill
• 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 60 milliliters olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Grate the zucchini using a box grater. Place the grated zucchini in a clean dish towel or cheesecloth, then squeeze out as much excess water as possible. This step is crucial to prevent soggy fritters.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, crumbled feta cheese, chopped green onions, minced garlic, and chopped dill.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper. Add this dry mixture to the zucchini mixture and stir to combine.

Step 4

Beat the egg in a separate small bowl and add it to the zucchini mixture. Mix thoroughly until a cohesive batter forms.

Step 5

Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.

Step 6

Using a tablespoon or small scoop, drop portions of the batter into the skillet, flattening them slightly with the back of a spoon to form fritter shapes. Do not overcrowd the pan.

Step 7

Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the skillet and transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 8

Repeat with the remaining batter. If necessary, add a little more olive oil to the skillet between batches.

Step 9

Serve the fritters warm with a dollop of yogurt, tzatziki, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1117.7 grams (1117.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1393

Total Fat 89.10g	114%
Saturated Fat 24.80g	124%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.50g
Cholesterol 309mg	103%
Sodium 10273mg	447%
Total Carbohydrate 114.60g	42%
Dietary Fiber 9.20g	33%
Total Sugars 56.50g
Protein 36.00g	72%

Vitamin D 70IU	349%
Calcium 690mg	53%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 2080mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.1%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 32.6%