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Greek Zucchini Fritters

Crispy Greek Zucchini Fritters You'll Love to Dip

These Greek Zucchini Fritters are crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, making them a delightful Mediterranean appetizer.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 130
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Fritter Mixture
  • 2 medium Zucchini Grated and salted
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt For drawing moisture
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Adjust for consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder For adding lightness
  • 2 Eggs Beaten well
  • 1 cup Feta Cheese Crumbled
  • 5 stalks Scallions Thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Mint Minced finely
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper To taste
For Serving
  • 1 cup Tzatziki Sauce For dipping
  • 1 large Fresh Lemon Cut into wedges

Equipment

  • box grater
  • Mixing Bowls
  • Colander
  • skillet
  • measuring cups
  • measuring spoons

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Zucchini: Cut the ends off the zucchini, grate them, and let them sit with salt for 20 minutes to remove moisture.
  2. Prep Other Ingredients: Slice scallions, mince mint, and crumble feta cheese; set aside.
  3. Make Flour Mixture: Mix flour, baking powder, and salt in a bowl.
  4. Mix Wet Ingredients: Whisk eggs and stir in feta, scallions, mint, and pepper.
  5. Combine Mixtures: After draining zucchini, fold it into the egg mixture, then gradually add the flour mixture.
  6. Heat Oil: Heat oil to 350°F in a skillet.
  7. Fry Fritters: Drop batter into the oil and fry until golden brown, about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Drain and Serve: Transfer fritters to a paper towel-lined plate and serve warm with tzatziki sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 130kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure to manage moisture from the zucchini and fry in small batches for a crispy texture.

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