Crispy Zucchini Fritters Recipe Easy Homemade Herb and Feta Delight
These crispy zucchini fritters feature a crunchy exterior with a tender, moist interior, enhanced by fresh herbs and tangy feta cheese. Perfect as a snack, side, or light meal, they are quick to prepare and delightfully flavorful.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 12 fritters (about 4 servings) 1x
- Category: Snack / Side Dish
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 medium zucchinis, grated (about 1.3 lbs)
- 1 cup crumbled feta cheese (about 150g)
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (60g) or almond flour for gluten-free option
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2–3 tablespoons olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor shredder (about 5 minutes).
- Place grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out as much moisture as possible (about 1/2 cup liquid). Set aside.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine drained zucchini, crumbled feta, chopped parsley, chopped dill, minced garlic, eggs, flour, salt, and pepper. Stir gently until just combined.
- Heat olive oil in a nonstick or cast iron skillet over medium heat until shimmering (about 3 minutes).
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter into the hot oil, flatten lightly with the back of a spoon to form patties.
- Cook fritters for 3-4 minutes on the first side until golden brown and crispy, then flip and cook another 3 minutes on the other side.
- Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm for best texture.
Notes
Squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the zucchini to prevent soggy fritters. Use medium heat and do not overcrowd the pan to maintain oil temperature and crispness. Let batter rest 5-10 minutes before frying. Adjust flour or add water/egg white if batter is too wet or dry. For a lighter version, bake at 400°F for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 fritters
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 300
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 10
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 7
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