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Crispy Zucchini Fritters Recipe with Easy Tangy Lemon Herb Yogurt Sauce

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These crispy zucchini fritters are tender and flavorful, paired perfectly with a tangy lemon herb yogurt sauce. Ready in under 30 minutes, they make a quick, satisfying snack or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchini, shredded (about 3 cups)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (or dill)
  • Olive oil or vegetable oil for frying
  • 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • 1 small garlic clove, minced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash and trim the zucchini, then shred using a box grater or food processor.
  2. Place shredded zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, and toss. Let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. Transfer zucchini to a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth, twist and squeeze firmly to remove excess liquid.
  4. In a large bowl, combine dried zucchini, flour, grated Parmesan, beaten eggs, minced garlic, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Stir until well incorporated.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, lemon zest, minced garlic, and chopped dill. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready to serve.
  6. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a non-stick or cast iron skillet over medium heat until shimmering but not smoking.
  7. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter into the skillet, flattening gently to form 3-inch patties. Cook 3–4 fritters at a time, frying 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
  8. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil. Keep warm in a low oven if cooking in batches.
  9. Serve fritters warm with the lemon herb yogurt sauce alongside or spooned over. Garnish with extra herbs or lemon wedge if desired.

Notes

Squeeze out zucchini moisture thoroughly to ensure crispiness. Use room temperature eggs for better binding. Maintain consistent oil temperature and avoid overcrowding the pan. The yogurt sauce can be made ahead and chilled to meld flavors. For gluten-free, use almond flour. For vegan, substitute eggs with flax egg and Parmesan with nutritional yeast.

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