Mediterranean-Style Zucchini Fritters with Tzatziki Dipping Sauce are a flavorful and healthy appetizer or snack that’s perfect for any occasion. These crispy fritters are made with fresh zucchini, chickpea flour, and Mediterranean spices, and they are served with a tangy tzatziki dipping sauce that’s made with yogurt, cucumbers, and garlic. This recipe is vegetarian, gluten-free, and easy to make.
Ingredients:
For the Zucchini Fritters:
- 2 medium zucchini, grated
- 1/2 cup chickpea flour
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 egg, beaten
- 2 tbsp olive oil
For the Tzatziki Dipping Sauce:
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cup grated cucumber, squeezed dry
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Procedure:
- Grate the zucchini and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much excess liquid as possible.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, chickpea flour, chopped parsley, minced garlic, ground cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and beaten egg. Mix until well combined.
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Scoop about 1/4 cup of the zucchini mixture and form it into a patty. Place the patty in the hot skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Repeat with the remaining mixture, adding more oil as needed.
- To make the tzatziki dipping sauce, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, and chopped dill (if using) in a mixing bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Serve the zucchini fritters hot with the tzatziki dipping sauce on the side. Enjoy!
