Feta and zucchini fritters

Delicious Feta and Zucchini Fritters! Made with eggs, self-raising flour, buttermilk, fresh zucchini, feta cheese, red onion, garlic, and thyme, these savory fritters are perfect for a light lunch or appetizer. Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and packed with flavor. Ready in minutes and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. Try this easy-to-follow recipe today!

  • 26 Mar 2024
  • Cook time 15 min
  • Prep time 15 min
  • 4 Servings
  • 10 Ingredients

Feta and zucchini fritters

Feta and zucchini fritters are a delicious and easy way to incorporate more vegetables into your diet. These fritters combine the fresh, mild flavor of zucchini with the tangy and creamy texture of feta cheese, enhanced by aromatic red onion, garlic, and thyme. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or even a light main course, these fritters are sure to become a favorite in your recipe repertoire.

Ingredients:

2 eggs
100g
1/2 cup self-raising flour
72g
2 tbsp buttermilk
30g
3 zucchini
600g
1/2 cup feta cheese
120g
1 red onion
160g
1 tbsp fresh thyme
16g
2 garlic cloves
6g
salt & pepper to taste
1/2 cup olive oil
120g

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Ingredients:
- Grate the zucchinis and place them in a large bowl. Sprinkle with a little salt, let sit for 10 minutes to draw out the moisture, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Finely chop the red onion.
- Mince the garlic cloves.
- Crumble the feta cheese.
2. Make the Batter:
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the eggs, self-raising flour, and buttermilk until smooth and free of lumps.
3. Combine Ingredients:
- Add the grated and drained zucchini, crumbled feta cheese, chopped red onion, fresh thyme, and minced garlic to the batter. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Mix until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
4. Heat the Oil:
- In a large frying pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
5. Cook the Fritters:
- Once the oil is hot, spoon about 2 tablespoons of the mixture per fritter into the frying pan, flattening them slightly with the back of the spoon.
- Cook each fritter for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
6. Drain and Serve:
- Transfer the cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain any excess oil.
- Serve warm with a dollop of yogurt or a squeeze of lemon juice, if desired.

Tips:

- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out as much moisture as possible using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to prevent the fritters from becoming too soggy.

- Crumbled feta cheese works best in this recipe, but you can also use other types of cheese like goat cheese or ricotta for a different flavor profile.

- Make sure to use a nonstick skillet or a well-seasoned cast-iron pan to fry the fritters, ensuring they don’t stick and cook evenly.

- Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference. You can add a pinch of cayenne pepper for a little heat or some chopped fresh dill for a different herbaceous note.

- Serve the fritters with a dipping sauce like tzatziki, garlic aioli, or a simple yogurt and herb dip to enhance their flavors.

- Leftover fritters can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheated in the oven to retain their crispiness.

Now that you've mastered the art of making feta and zucchini fritters, you can enjoy this versatile dish in various ways. Whether you serve them as an appetizer, a side dish, or a light meal, these fritters are sure to impress with their delicious flavor and satisfying texture. Don't hesitate to experiment with different herbs and spices to make this recipe your own.

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size310 grams
Energy
Calories 230kcal9%
Protein
Protein 12g8%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 24g7%
Fiber 3.51g9%
Sugar 6g6%
Fat
Fat 40g46%
Saturated 9g30%
Cholesterol 130mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 100ug11%
Choline 110mg19%
Vitamin B1 0.21mg17%
Vitamin B2 0.50mg39%
Vitamin B3 1.32mg8%
Vitamin B6 0.45mg26%
Vitamin B9 77ug19%
Vitamin B12 0.74ug31%
Vitamin C 30mg34%
Vitamin E 0.50mg3%
Vitamin K 7ug6%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 210mg16%
Copper, Cu 0.16mg0%
Iron, Fe 1.50mg14%
Magnesium, Mg 45mg11%
Phosphorus, P 240mg19%
Potassium, K 580mg17%
Selenium, Se 16ug30%
Sodium, Na 370mg25%
Zinc, Zn 1.92mg17%
Water
Water 220g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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