Zucchini Fritters with Dill
Crispy, savory, and packed with fresh flavor, these Zucchini Fritters with Dill are a delightful way to elevate simple ingredients into a gourmet treat. Made from freshly grated zucchini, aromatic minced garlic, and a generous sprinkle of vibrant dill, these fritters are crisped to perfection in olive oil and enhanced with the nutty richness of Parmesan cheese. A crucial step of squeezing out excess moisture ensures a golden, crunchy texture that pairs beautifully with a dollop of tangy sour cream or creamy yogurt. Ready in just 35 minutes, these fritters are an ideal appetizer, side dish, or light vegetarian meal. Perfect for summer produce, this zucchini fritter recipe is quick, easy, and sure to become a family favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 medium Zucchini
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 0.5 cup Sour cream or yogurt (for serving)
Instructions
Grate the zucchini using a box grater and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Sprinkle the grated zucchini with 1 teaspoon of salt and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
Meanwhile, finely chop the fresh dill and mince the garlic cloves.
After 10 minutes, use a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the zucchini. This step is crucial for achieving crisp fritters.
Return the squeezed zucchini to the mixing bowl and add the flour, egg, minced garlic, chopped dill, Parmesan cheese, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the zucchini mixture at a time, flattening each into a small patty, and gently place them into the skillet.
Cook the fritters in batches, frying each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Add an additional tablespoon of olive oil as needed for subsequent batches.
Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the zucchini fritters warm with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt as a dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
277 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.7 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 67 mg | 22% | |
| Sodium | 564 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.1 g | ||
| Protein | 8.1 g | 16% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 483 mg | 10% | |
*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.
