Zucchini Herb Fritters (Print Version)

Crispy zucchini fritters packed with herbs, ideal for snacking or starting a Mediterranean-inspired meal.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 medium zucchinis (approximately 400 g), grated
02 - 2 spring onions, finely sliced
03 - 1 small clove garlic, minced

→ Dairy & Eggs

04 - 2 large eggs
05 - 60 g feta cheese, crumbled (optional)

→ Dry Ingredients

06 - 60 g all-purpose flour
07 - 25 g grated Parmesan cheese
08 - 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
09 - 0.5 teaspoon salt
10 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

→ Herbs & Spices

11 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped
12 - 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)

→ For Cooking

13 - 3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil

# How to Make It:

01 - Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Transfer the drained zucchini to a large mixing bowl.
02 - Add the sliced spring onions, minced garlic, chopped parsley or dill, crumbled feta (if using), and grated Parmesan to the zucchini. Toss gently to distribute evenly.
03 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, salt, black pepper, and dried oregano. Pour this mixture over the zucchini mixture.
04 - Evenly sprinkle the flour and baking powder over the mixture. Stir gently until just combined; avoid overmixing to prevent toughness.
05 - Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
06 - Using heaping tablespoons of batter, carefully add portions to the skillet. Flatten each slightly with a spatula. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Cook fritters in batches, adding more oil as necessary.
07 - Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve hot, optionally with yogurt or tzatziki.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses simple ingredients you likely have on hand
  • Cooks in just thirty minutes so you can enjoy them quickly
  • Kid friendly and makes for a fun appetizer or light vegetarian meal
02 -
  • High in protein and fiber thanks to eggs cheese and zucchini
  • Vegetarian friendly and easy to adapt for gluten free diets
  • Perfect for meal prep or making ahead for busy days
03 -
  • Squeeze out the zucchini thoroughly to avoid soggy fritters and get them crisp
  • Do not overmix the batter so the fritters stay light and tender
  • Fry in batches with enough oil to get beautifully golden edges every time
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