Description

Crispy zucchini fritters made with fresh herbs, scallions, and lemon zest—pan-fried to golden perfection. These savory pancakes are perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or light main, especially when served with a tangy dipping sauce like tzatziki.

Ingredients

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1 pound zucchini (about 3 medium), grated
2 large eggs
1½ cups chopped scallions
3 garlic cloves, grated
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon lemon zest
1 teaspoon sea salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
2¼ cups panko breadcrumbs, divided
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
Avocado oil (or vegetable oil), for frying

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Instructions

Prep the zucchini: Grate the zucchini using a box grater. Place in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much moisture as possible. This step is crucial for crisp fritters.
Mix the batter: In a large mixing bowl, whisk the eggs. Add the squeezed zucchini, chopped scallions, grated garlic, dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine. Add 1½ cups of panko breadcrumbs and the flour; mix until well incorporated.
Form patties: Use a ¼-cup measuring scoop to portion out the batter. Shape each scoop into a flat patty. Coat each side with some of the remaining panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch.
Fry the pancakes: Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium heat. Working in batches, fry each fritter for 2–3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp. Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve: Serve warm, optionally with tzatziki, dill sauce, or tartar sauce. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for brightness just before serving.

Notes

To make gluten-free, substitute gluten-free breadcrumbs and flour. Fritters can be kept warm in a 200°F oven while frying in batches. Leftovers reheat well in a toaster oven.

Prep Time: 20 min
Cook Time: 15 min
Category: Appetizer
Method: Pan-fried
Cuisine: Mediterranean-inspired

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 fritter
Calories: 120
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 210mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 13g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 35mg