Zucchini Fritters with Mint and Feta
These Zucchini Fritters with Mint and Feta are fresh, quick, easy and packed with greens. They are crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, and bursting with the fresh flavours of mint and creamy feta. Whether served as brunch, a light snack, a vegetarian main, or a side dish, zucchini fritters are as versatile as they are delicious.
Zucchini is an abundant ingredient in my kitchen in summer. We get so many growing that we need to get creative. They are great for hiding in Healthy Spaghetti Bolognese or even sweet affairs like Chocolate Zucchini Cake and Sweet Zucchini Bread. But they are front and centre in these zucchini fritters, highlighted with the savoury and tangy qualities of the feta and the bright herbaceous notes of fresh mint.
Tips for the Best Zucchini Fritters
- Don’t Skip the Draining: Removing the liquid from the zucchini is the key to achieving crisp fritters. I sometime grate mine earlier and leave it to drain for longer. But still squeeze the remaining liquid out by hand.
- Adjust the Flour: If your batter seems too wet, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
- Experiment with Herbs: If you don’t have mint, try substituting with dill, parsley or basil.
- Get the Heat Right: Pans hold heat differently, depending on what they are made of. So, make sure to adjust the heat to suit. You don’t want the fritters cooking so quickly that they burn on the outside, but the zucchini remains raw.
- Cooking in Oil: I like to use vegetable, canola, or grapeseed oils. But any that has a high smoke point and light in flavour is best.
Variety is the Spice of Life
Zucchini fritters aren’t just delicious, they’re also incredibly adaptable. You can add ingredients for variety, or to use them up from the fridge. Try adding grated carrot, sweetcorn kernels, or fresh chilli. They’re also an excellent way to use up a garden surplus of zucchinis!
Now lets talk toppings:
- Dips and Spreads: Sour cream, Creamy Avocado Dip, green tomato relish, chilli jam, tzatziki.
- Brunch Options: Crispy bacon, poached eggs, smashed avo.
- Garnish: Chives, shallots, dill, mint.
Zucchini Fritters with Mint and Feta are a celebration of fresh, simple ingredients turned into something extraordinary. They’re quick to whip up, delightfully crispy, and packed with flavour—perfect for weeknight dinners, brunch spreads, or even as an appetiser for guests.
Try them out, and let us know how you serve your courgette fritters! Are you team tzatziki, or do you have another favourite dip? Share your ideas in the comments below.
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Zucchini Fritters with Mint and Feta
A quick, healthy and flavourful dish perfect as a snack, side, or light meal. These fritters have fresh mint and savoury feta for a twist on the traditional.
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Ingredients
2 large zucchinis (see Notes)
2 tsp sea salt
2 large eggs
3/4 cup plain (all-purpose) flour
1 1/2 tsp baking powder
1/4 tsp pepper
1/4 cup shallots, finely sliced
1/4 mint, finely sliced
50 grams feta, crumbled
oil for frying (eg. vegetable, canola, grapeseed)
Directions
- Coarsely great the zucchinis and place into a colander resting over a bowl. Stir the salt through and leave to rest for at least 10 minutes.
- Place the eggs and half of the flour into a small mixing bowl along with the baking powder and pepper. Whisk until combined, then discard the whisk. Set aside.
- Take the zucchini and, using your hands, squeeze out and discard as much water/juices as possible. Place the zucchini, shallots, mint, feta and remaining flour into the egg mix and stir with a fork to combine.
- Heat 1-2 tablespoons of oil in a large heavy based pan over medium heat. Lower large spoons (approximately 1/4 cup) of the mix into the pan and slightly flatten. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until browned and crisp. Flip the fritters and cook for a further 2 minutes, or until browned and cooked through. Reduce the heat if they are cooking too quickly. Repeat until all the batter is cooked.
- Serving Options
- Add any toppings you like. Some of my favourites are Creamy Avocado Dip, sour cream, green tomato relish, chives, fresh chilli, crispy bacon and poached eggs. Or check out the post for more details.
Notes
- Zucchini weight: The weight of my zucchinis after draining and squeezing are approximately 130-150 grams per zucchini. The amount of liquid that is removed varies from zucchini to zucchini, so I prefer to use the weight after they are drained. You may want to have an extra zucchini on hand, just in case 😊
Sweet Corn Fritters
Cooks in 20 minutesDifficulty: EasyThese sweet corn fritters can be served with both savoury and sweet toppings and eaten for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
