Description
Enjoy a taste of summer with these crispy Tempting Zucchini Fritters served alongside a zesty lemon yogurt sauce. Each bite offers a satisfying crunch and a burst of fresh flavors, making them the perfect appetizer for any gathering or a delightful side dish for warm afternoons. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, these fritters are not only delicious but also a fantastic way to utilize seasonal zucchini.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated (about 2 cups)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or whole wheat)
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (dill or parsley), chopped
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine grated zucchini, flour, eggs, feta cheese, fresh herbs, and lemon juice. Mix until well combined.
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the skillet and flatten slightly. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, mix sour cream or Greek yogurt with lemon zest and additional lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper.
- Serve warm fritters with lemon yogurt sauce on the side.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters (120g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 90mg