These zucchini and feta fritters are a delicious and easy way to use up summer zucchini. They're made with a combination of grated zucchini, feta cheese, mint, flour, egg, and seasonings, and are fried until golden brown and cooked through. Serve them with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce for a complete meal.
Zucchini fritters are a classic summer dish that can be found in many cultures around the world. They're a great way to use up excess zucchini, and they're also a delicious and versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. This particular recipe for zucchini and feta fritters is inspired by the flavors of Greece, with the addition of feta cheese and mint. The fritters are light and fluffy on the inside, with a crispy exterior, and the mint yogurt sauce adds a refreshing touch. This recipe is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. For example, you can add other herbs or spices to the batter, or you can use a different type of cheese in place of the feta.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 medium zucchini, grated
1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup fresh mint, chopped
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 egg
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Olive oil, for frying
Instructions
In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, feta cheese, mint, flour, egg, salt, and pepper.
Mix until well combined.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat.
Add olive oil to the skillet and swirl to coat.
Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and flatten them slightly.
Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve immediately with the mint yogurt sauce.
To make the mint yogurt sauce, simply combine 1 cup of plain yogurt, 1/4 cup of chopped fresh mint, 1 tablespoon of olive oil, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl. Whisk until combined.
Why It Works
The combination of zucchini, feta cheese, and mint creates a delicious and flavorful fritter.
The batter is made with a combination of flour and egg, which helps to bind the fritters together and gives them a crispy exterior.
The fritters are fried in olive oil, which gives them a golden brown color and a crispy texture.
The mint yogurt sauce is a refreshing and flavorful accompaniment to the fritters.