Zucchini, Feta, and Spinach Fritters with Garlic Tzatziki: A Mediterranean Delight

Ingredients

For the Garlic Tzatziki:

1. 1 ½ cups Greek yogurt
2. 4 cloves garlic, minced
3. 1 small cucumber, peeled and chopped

1. 2 teaspoons olive oil
2. Juice of ½ lemon
3. 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
4. Kosher salt, to taste

For the Zucchini, Feta, and Spinach Fritters:

1. 2 medium zucchinis, grated
2. 3 handfuls baby spinach, chopped
3. ½ cup feta cheese, crumbled
4. ¼ cup finely chopped fresh herbs (such as dill, mint, and oregano)
5. 3 large eggs, lightly beate
6. 2 scallions, minced
7. 2 cloves garlic, minced
8. ⅓ cup all-purpose flour
9. ½ teaspoon baking powder
10. Salt and black pepper, to taste
11. Olive oil, for frying

Guidelines for Making Garlic Tzatziki:

1. To prepare the cucumber, start by putting it diced in a strainer and seasoning it with a little salt. After letting it rest for ten minutes to extract further moisture, carefully squeeze the cucumber to get rid of any last bits of water.
2. Prepare the Greek Yoghurt Sauce: Greek yoghurt, cucumber, lemon juice, olive oil, and chopped garlic should all be combined in a medium-sized bowl. Mix well until fully incorporated. To taste, add kosher salt to season. To enable the flavours to mingle while you cook the fritters, cover and chill the sauce.
3. Regarding the Feta, Spinach and Zucchini Fritters:
   Grate the zucchini and put it in a sieve to prepare it. To extract moisture, sprinkle with a little amount of salt and let them rest for about ten minutes. After that, extract as much liquid as you can using a fresh cheesecloth or kitchen towel. This is a critical step in avoiding soggy fritters.
4. Combine the grated zucchini, chopped spinach, crumbled feta, minced herbs, beaten eggs, minced scallions, and minced garlic in a big bowl. Mix well by stirring.
5. Add the dry ingredients and stir. Incorporate the flour and baking powder into the combination of vegetables. Mix until all ingredients are well blended. To taste, add salt and black pepper for seasoning.
6. Form the Fritters: Using your hands or a spoon, shape the mixture into little patties that have a diameter of two to three inches.
7. Cook the Fritters: In a large skillet, heat a couple tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. When the oil is heated, carefully add the fritters to the pan, being sure not to pack them too tightly. Fry for about 3–4 minutes on each side, or until they become crispy and golden brown. To absorb any remaining oil, place the cooked fritters on a platter covered with paper towels.
8. To serve, arrange the warm fritters of zucchini, feta and spinach with a cold bowl of tzatziki sauce.

In summary

The vibrant, vibrant flavours of the Mediterranean are wonderfully captured in these Zucchini, Feta and Spinach Fritters with Garlic Tzatziki. The feta and herb flavours come through in the fritters, which have a crunchy outside and a soft inside. This recipe is ideal for any occasion, whether you’re having a get-together or just searching for a tasty way to use up summer courgette. It pairs well with the chilly and creamy garlic tzatziki. These delicious and simple-to-make fritters will quickly become a household favourite!