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Crispy Zucchini Fritters Recipe with Easy Tangy Lemon Dill Sauce

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Crispy zucchini fritters with a tangy lemon dill yogurt sauce, perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light dinner. This quick and easy recipe uses simple ingredients and delivers a flavorful, crispy dish.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium zucchinis, grated and well-drained
  • 1 teaspoon salt (for drawing out moisture)
  • ½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour (can substitute almond flour for gluten-free)
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 stalks green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (about ¼ teaspoon)
  • 2–3 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil for frying
  • For the lemon dill yogurt sauce:
  • 1 cup (240ml) Greek yogurt
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill, finely chopped
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Grate all 3 medium zucchinis using a box grater or food processor.
  2. Place grated zucchini in a fine-mesh strainer, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  3. Gather zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and wring out as much liquid as possible (aim for at least 1 cup of water).
  4. In a large bowl, combine drained zucchini, ½ cup all-purpose flour, ½ teaspoon baking powder, 2 eggs, minced garlic, chopped green onions, 2 tablespoons fresh dill, and freshly ground black pepper. Stir until just combined.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together Greek yogurt, lemon juice, 1 tablespoon chopped dill, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Chill in the fridge.
  6. Heat 2-3 tablespoons olive or avocado oil over medium heat in a non-stick skillet or cast iron pan until shimmering but not smoking.
  7. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter into the pan, pressing gently to flatten to about ½-inch thick.
  8. Cook fritters for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden and crisp, then flip and cook another 3 minutes.
  9. Fry in batches as needed, adding more oil if necessary.
  10. Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil.
  11. Serve warm with the tangy lemon dill yogurt sauce on the side or drizzled over the top.

Notes

Squeezing out zucchini moisture is crucial to avoid soggy fritters. Use medium heat to prevent burning and ensure even cooking. Let cooked fritters rest on paper towels to keep them crispy. Fresh lemon juice is recommended for the sauce for best flavor. Batter consistency can be adjusted with more flour or a splash of milk if needed.

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Keywords: zucchini fritters, crispy fritters, lemon dill sauce, easy snack, vegetarian, gluten-free option, quick appetizer

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