Mediterranean Vegie Fritters

Crisp, golden, and bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, these Mediterranean Veggie Fritters are a delightful dish that proves vegetables can steal the show. Made with zucchini, carrot, red bell pepper, and red onion, these fritters are packed with colorful, nutrient-rich ingredients. Fresh parsley, dill, and garlic bring a fragrant herbal touch, while crumbled feta cheese adds a creamy, tangy twist to every bite. A hint of cumin and paprika elevates the flavor profile, giving these fritters a warm and mildly spiced aroma. Perfectly balanced with eggs, panko breadcrumbs, and a touch of flour, these fritters are quick to prepare, taking just 20 minutes to prep and 15 minutes to cook. Serve them warm with a dollop of tzatziki or your favorite dipping sauce, and watch as they turn into a crowd-pleasing appetizer, lunch, or light dinner. These fritters embody everything you love about Mediterranean cuisine: fresh, healthy, and irresistibly delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini
• 1 large carrot
• 1 medium red bell pepper
• 1 small red onion
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 2 cloves garlic cloves
• 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
• 2 large eggs
• 60 grams all-purpose flour
• 50 grams panko breadcrumbs
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil

Directions

Step 1

Grate the zucchini and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible, then transfer the zucchini to a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Peel and grate the carrot, dice the red bell pepper and onion finely, and add them to the bowl with the zucchini.

Step 3

Chop the fresh parsley and dill, mince the garlic cloves, and add them to the bowl.

Step 4

Add crumbled feta cheese, eggs, flour, panko breadcrumbs, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the vegetable mixture.

Step 5

Mix everything together until well combined. If the mixture feels too wet, add a little extra flour or breadcrumbs, 1 tablespoon at a time, until it holds together when pressed.

Step 6

Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.

Step 7

Form the mixture into small patties, about 2 tablespoons each, and gently place them in the skillet.

Step 8

Cook the fritters for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp. Work in batches if necessary, adding more olive oil as needed.

Step 9

Transfer the cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.

Step 10

Serve warm, garnished with additional fresh herbs, and enjoy with a side of tzatziki or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1059 grams (1059.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1349

Total Fat 64.10g	82%
Saturated Fat 22.00g	110%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.90g
Cholesterol 455mg	152%
Sodium 6509mg	283%
Total Carbohydrate 147.10g	53%
Dietary Fiber 14.50g	52%
Total Sugars 44.60g
Protein 48.30g	97%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 722mg	56%
Iron 13mg	69%
Potassium 1921mg	41%

*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: 42.5%

Protein: 14.2%

Carbs: 43.3%