Description
Crispy Greek-style zucchini fritters, flavored with fresh herbs and crumbled feta, pan-fried to golden perfection. Serve warm with a dollop of tzatziki or Greek yogurt for a delicious Mediterranean appetizer or light meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium zucchinis, shredded
- ½ red onion, finely chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
- 2 tbsp chives or scallions
- 1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
- 1½ cup flour (preferably self-rising, or all-purpose)
- 2 eggs, beaten
- Olive oil for frying
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Shred the zucchini, sprinkle with salt, and let sit for 30 minutes.
- Squeeze out all the excess moisture using a kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
- In a large bowl, mix the zucchini with chopped onion, dill, mint, chives, and crumbled feta.
- Add the beaten eggs and flour. Mix until well combined and sticky.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan and flatten slightly.
- Fry 2–3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
- Remove and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with tzatziki or Greek yogurt.
Notes
Be sure to squeeze the zucchini well to avoid soggy fritters. Use self-rising flour if available for fluffier texture. Great as a snack, appetizer, or light lunch.
- Prep Time: 30 mins
- Cook Time: 15 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Greek
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Greek zucchini fritters, kolokithokeftedes, Mediterranean, feta fritters, vegetarian appetizer