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Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Yogurt

Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Yogurt for a Fresh Twist

Delightful Crispy Zucchini Fritters with Lemon Yogurt provide a tasty way to enjoy veggies in a quick snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Chilling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritters
  • 2 medium zucchinis coarsely grated
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 pinch salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 splash lemon juice
For the Lemon Yogurt
  • 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 pinch salt

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Box Grater
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Whisk

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Coarsely grate the zucchinis, squeeze out excess moisture, and set aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, and salt.
  4. In another bowl, whisk together eggs, Parmesan cheese, and lemon juice.
  5. Gradually add the drained zucchini to the wet mixture and combine.
  6. Fold the wet mixture into the dry ingredients until no dry spots remain.
  7. Form patties with about 1/4 cup of the batter and place on the baking sheet.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and edges are crisp.
  9. Mix yogurt, lemon juice, and salt in a small bowl for sauce.
  10. Cool fritters for 5 minutes on the baking sheet, then serve warm with lemon yogurt.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Squeeze excess moisture from zucchini for crispy fritters. Refrigerate the batter for best results.

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