Zucchini and Mint Fritters
Our recipe for kolokithokeftedes, Greek zucchini fritters, make for an easy and bright vegetarian recipe.
Ingredients
- 2 cups (260 g) zucchini, grated
- 1 cup (125 g) breadcrumbs
- 1 cup (120 g) feta cheese, crumbled
- 1/4 cup (10 g) mint, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup (10 g) dill, finely chopped
- 4 green onions, chopped
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 2 eggs
- Olive oil, for frying
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine all of the ingredients except the oil. Season with pepper.
- Working with your hands, shape the mixture into small patties using about 3 tbsp (45 ml) for each fritter. Set aside on a large plate.
- In a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, heat ½ inch (1 cm) of oil. Brown half of the fritters at a time, about 3 minutes on each side. Drain on paper towels.
- Serve with tzatziki sauce or plain yogurt, if desired.
Our recipe for kolokithokeftedes, Greek zucchini fritters, make for an easy and bright vegetarian recipe.