Easy Zucchini Fritters with Smoky Yogurt Dip
These crispy zucchini fritters are quick, healthy, and full of flavor—perfect for weeknight dinners, appetizers, or a light vegetarian meal.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 240kcal
Equipment
- Large Non-Stick Skillet
Ingredients
- 2 zucchinis (about 1 lb, grated)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ red onion (minced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- ½ cup feta cheese (crumbled)
- ½ cup cheddar cheese (shredded)
- 2 eggs (lightly beaten)
- ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup panko breadcrumbs (for extra crunch)
- 1 tablespoon dill (fresh)(chopped)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Olive oil for shallow frying
Smoked Paprika Yogurt Sauce
- ¾ cup Greek yogurt (plain)
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- salt (pinch)
Instructions
- Prep zucchini: Grate zucchini, sprinkle with salt, and let sit 10 minutes. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- Mix batter: In a bowl, combine zucchini, onion, garlic, feta, cheddar cheese, eggs, flour, panko, herbs, pepper, and baking powder. Stir until it just holds together. If still too wet, add a little more flour.
- Shape patties: Scoop about 2 Tbsp mixture per fritter and shape into small rounds.
- Cook fritters: Heat 2–3 Tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Fry fritters 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp. Drain on paper towels.
- Make sauce: Mix yogurt, smoked paprika, lemon juice, olive oil, and salt.
- Serve: Arrange fritters on a plate with the yogurt sauce for dipping. Garnish with extra herbs if desired.
Nutrition
Calories: 240kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 12g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 104mg | Sodium: 1263mg | Potassium: 402mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 526IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 202mg | Iron: 2mg