Description
Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, these Zucchini, Feta, and Spinach Fritters are bursting with Mediterranean flavors! Paired with a cool, garlicky tzatziki sauce, they make the perfect vegetarian appetizer, light meal, or snack. Easy to prepare and packed with wholesome ingredients, these fritters are a great way to enjoy a delicious and nutritious dish!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Garlic Tzatziki
- 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small cucumber, peeled and 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 zucchinis, grated
- 3 handfuls baby spinach, chopped
- ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
- ¼ cup fresh herbs (dill, mint, oregano), minced
- 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
Preparing the Garlic Tzatziki
- In a medium bowl, mix together the Greek yogurt, minced garlic, chopped cucumber, olive oil, lemon juice, and fresh dill.
- Season with salt to taste and stir well.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to blend.
Preparing the Fritters
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Grate and Drain the Zucchini
- Place the grated zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with a little salt, and let it sit for 10 minutes.
- Afterward, use a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
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Mix the Batter
- In a large bowl, combine the drained zucchini, chopped spinach, crumbled feta, minced herbs, beaten eggs, minced scallions, and garlic.
- Stir in the flour and baking powder, mixing until well incorporated.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
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Form and Cook the Fritters
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter for each fritter and flatten slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Serving
- Arrange the warm fritters on a serving platter.
- Serve with chilled garlic tzatziki on the side.
- Garnish with extra dill or mint, if desired.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, don’t overcrowd the pan—cook the fritters in batches.
- To make them gluten-free, swap all-purpose flour for chickpea or almond flour.
- Feta adds saltiness, so taste the batter before adding extra salt.
- Tzatziki gets better over time, so make it ahead for maximum flavor!
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean