Greek Herbed Spinach Latkes with Feta Yogurt Sauce
Crispy, golden, and brimming with Mediterranean flavor, these Greek Herbed Spinach Latkes with Feta Yogurt Sauce are a fresh twist on the classic fried patty. Packed with vibrant greens like spinach, dill, and parsley, and complemented by the tangy richness of crumbled feta, these latkes are a savory delight. The real magic lies in the creamy feta yogurt sauce, infused with lemon and garlic for a zesty, tangy finish that perfectly balances the crisp latkes. Ideal as a crowd-pleasing appetizer, a light meal, or even a brunch favorite, this recipe is quick to prepare, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish. Whether served warm with the sauce drizzled on top or on the side for dipping, these Mediterranean-inspired latkes are a perfect marriage of flavor and texture. Try them today for a taste of Greece!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups fresh spinach, chopped
- 3 stalks green onions, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup olive oil (for frying)
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 0.25 cup crumbled feta cheese (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon salt (for sauce)
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper (for sauce)
Instructions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, green onions, dill, and parsley.
2. Stir in the beaten eggs, flour, breadcrumbs, crumbled feta cheese, salt, and black pepper. Mix until the ingredients are evenly combined.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Using your hands or a spoon, form small patties (about 2 tablespoons of mixture per patty). Gently flatten them.
5. Fry the latkes in the hot olive oil for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches if necessary, and avoid overcrowding the pan.
6. Once cooked, transfer the latkes to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
7. To prepare the feta yogurt sauce, combine Greek yogurt, crumbled feta cheese, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and creamy.
8. Serve the spinach latkes warm, topped with the feta yogurt sauce or with the sauce served on the side for dipping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1652 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 99.6 g | 128% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.6 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 481 mg | 160% | |
| Sodium | 4619 mg | 201% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.7 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.1 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.6 g | ||
| Protein | 69.1 g | 138% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 1064 mg | 82% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2069 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
