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Zucchini and Feta Fritters
These Zucchini and Feta Fritters are a testament to the Mediterranean diet, focusing on fresh vegetables, dairy, and herbs for a nutrient-packed meal. By using whole ingredients and healthy fats, we've elevated this classic dish to be both delicious and nourishing.
30 min4 servingsmediterraneanmain course
vegetarian
pescetarian
primal
mediterranean
Nutrition Facts
Per serving
Calories531
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 39g51%
Saturated Fat 8g40%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 26mg9%
Sodium 367mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 26g10%
Dietary Fiber 5g18%
Total Sugars 20g
Protein 18g37%
Calcium 240mg18%
Iron 0.6mg3%
Potassium 627mg13%
Vitamin C 16mg18%
Vitamin E 1.6mg10%
Vitamin K 2mcg2%
Magnesium 41mg10%
Zinc 1.6mg14%
Approximate values — some ingredient data may be incomplete.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
Ingredients
- 2 cups zucchini
- 0.5 cup feta cheese
- 1 eggs
- 0.75 cup almond flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 2 green onions
- 2 tablespoons dill
- 2 tablespoons mint
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 cup yogurt
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon peppers
Instructions
- 1Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture with a clean towel.
- 2In a large bowl, mix the grated zucchini, crumbled feta cheese, finely chopped scallions, dill, mint, lemon zest, almond flour, baking powder, and a beaten egg.
- 3Season the mixture with salt and pepper.
- 4Form the mixture into small patties.
- 5Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- 6Cook the patties until golden and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- 7Prepare a yogurt dipping sauce by mixing yogurt with minced garlic, a pinch of salt, and fresh herbs to taste.
- 8Serve the fritters hot with the yogurt sauce on the side.
- 9Garnish with additional herbs if desired.
- 10Enjoy these nutrient-rich fritters as a delightful Mediterranean meal.
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