Mediterranean Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Mint

Name: Mediterranean Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Mint
Prep time: 40 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: Appetizer
Ingredients: 2 medium zucchinis; 1 teaspoon salt; 3/4 cup all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup feta cheese; 2 large eggs; 1/4 cup fresh mint; 1 garlic clove; Black pepper; Olive oil; 1 cup Greek yogurt; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 tablespoon fresh dill; Salt and pepper

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

2 medium zucchinis

grated

1 teaspoon salt

3/4 cup all-purpose flour

1/2 cup feta cheese

crumbled

2 large eggs

beaten

1/4 cup fresh mint

chopped

1 garlic clove

minced

Black pepper

to taste

Olive oil

for frying

For the Dipping Sauce

1 cup Greek yogurt

1 tablespoon lemon juice

1 tablespoon fresh dill

chopped

Salt and pepper

to taste

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.

Cook for about 4 minutes on each side over medium heat.

Prepare the Dipping Sauce

In a bowl, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, dill, salt, and pepper for the dipping sauce.

Plating & Serving