Mediterranean Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Mint
Crispy fritters filled with fresh flavors
Delight in these tasty zucchini fritters, enhanced with the tang of feta cheese and the freshness of mint. Perfect as a snack or a vibrant appetizer to start any meal.
- 40 min
- 4
- Easy
Ingredients
For the Zucchini Fritters
For the Dipping Sauce
Preparation
Preparing the Zucchini
Drain and Season
Place the grated zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let it drain for 10 minutes.
Remove Excess Moisture
Squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel.
Remove excess moisture from the zucchini to ensure crispy fritters.
Transfer to Bowl
Transfer the zucchini to a large bowl.
Mixing the Fritter Batter
Combine Ingredients
Add flour, feta, eggs, mint, garlic, and black pepper to the zucchini in the bowl.
Ensure zucchini is well-drained to avoid soggy fritters.
Mix Batter
Mix until well combined to create a batter.
Rest Batter
Let the batter rest for 5 minutes to allow flavors to combine.
Taste the fritter mix before cooking and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Cooking Process
Fry the Fritters
Heat olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Use a tablespoon to scoop and shape the batter into fritters, cooking in batches until golden brown.
Prepare the Dipping Sauce
In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper for the dipping sauce.
Plating & Serving
Mediterranean Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Mint
Mediterranean Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Mint
Plate and Serve
Arrange the fritters on a serving platter, garnish with fresh mint leaves, and serve alongside the yogurt dipping sauce.