Looking for a fresh, flavorful, and healthy dish that combines the best of Mediterranean cuisine? These zucchini, feta, and spinach fritters are the perfect balance of texture and taste, made with vibrant vegetables, creamy feta, and fragrant herbs. Pair them with a refreshing garlic tzatziki sauce for a delightful dip that enhances the Mediterranean flavors. These fritters make an excellent appetizer, light meal, or side dish, and they’re versatile enough for any occasion.
Ingredients:
For the Garlic Tzatziki:
- 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves Garlic, minced
- 1 small Cucumber, peeled and finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- Kosher salt, to taste
For the Zucchini, Feta, and Spinach Fritters:
- 2 medium Zucchini, grated
- 3 handfuls Baby spinach, chopped
- ½ cup Feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup Minced fresh herbs (dill, mint, and oregano are recommended)
- 3 large Eggs, lightly beaten
- 2 scallions, minced
- 2 cloves Garlic, minced
- ⅓ cup All-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon Baking powder
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- Olive oil, for frying
Instructions:
Garlic Tzatziki:
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, and dill. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Season: Add kosher salt to taste. Chill the tzatziki sauce in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes to enhance the flavor combination.
Zucchini, Feta, and Spinach Fritters:
- Prepare the Zucchini: Shred the zucchini and transfer it to a colander. Sprinkle with salt and allow it to rest for around 10 minutes to draw out excess water. Then, use a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to squeeze out as much water as possible.
- Mix the Fritter Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, fresh herbs, eggs, minced scallions, and garlic. Stir in the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
- Fry the Fritters: In a large skillet, heat a generous drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Scoop out the zucchini mixture using a spoon or small scoop and drop it into the hot oil, flattening the fritters slightly with the back of the spoon. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Drain and Serve: Place the fritters on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any surplus oil. Serve warm with a generous dollop of garlic tzatziki on the side.
Conclusion:
These zucchini, feta, and spinach fritters are a delicious way to enjoy the fresh flavors of the Mediterranean. The combination of soft, cheesy centers and crispy edges makes them utterly irresistible. Paired with the creamy garlic tzatziki, they make for a perfect appetizer or light meal. The next time you’re craving something healthy yet indulgent, these fritters are the way to go!
Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Spinach, Served with Creamy Garlic Tzatziki
These Mediterranean-inspired zucchini, feta, andspinach fritters are loaded with fresh herbs, greens, and creamy feta cheese.Served with a tangy garlic tzatziki sauce, they make for a perfect snack,appetizer, or side dish.
Ingredients
For the Garlic Tzatziki:
- 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 small Cucumber peeled and finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons Olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill chopped
- Kosher salt to taste
For the Zucchini Feta, and Spinach Fritters:
- 2 medium Zucchini grated
- 3 handfuls Baby spinach chopped
- ½ cup Feta cheese crumbled
- ¼ cup Minced fresh herbs dill, mint, and oregano are recommended
- 3 large Eggs lightly beaten
- 2 scallions minced
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- ⅓ cup All-purpose flour
- ½ teaspoon Baking powder
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Olive oil for frying
Instructions
Garlic Tzatziki:
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, and dill. Stir everything together until well combined.
- Season: Add kosher salt to taste. Chill the tzatziki sauce in the refrigerator for a minimum of 30 minutes to enhance the flavor combination.
Zucchini, Feta, and Spinach Fritters:
- Prepare the Zucchini: Shred the zucchini and transfer it to a colander. Sprinkle with salt and allow it to rest for around 10 minutes to draw out excess water. Then, use a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to squeeze out as much water as possible.
- Mix the Fritter Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, chopped spinach, crumbled feta cheese, fresh herbs, eggs, minced scallions, and garlic. Stir in the flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper until well mixed.
- Fry the Fritters: In a large skillet, heat a generous drizzle of olive oil over medium heat. Scoop out the zucchini mixture using a spoon or small scoop and drop it into the hot oil, flattening the fritters slightly with the back of the spoon. Fry for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Drain and Serve: Place the fritters on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any surplus oil. Serve warm with a generous dollop of garlic tzatziki on the side.