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Crispy Baked Zucchini Fritters Recipe with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

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These crispy baked zucchini fritters are easy to make, light, and perfect for a snack or side dish, served with a tangy garlic yogurt sauce that complements their crunch.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchinis (about 500g or 1.1 lbs), shredded finely
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ½ cup (60g) all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • ¼ cup (25g) grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Olive oil spray or a light brush of olive oil
  • For the garlic yogurt sauce:
  • ½ cup (120ml) plain Greek yogurt
  • 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
  • 1 tsp lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and trim 2 medium zucchinis. Shred finely using a grater or food processor.
  2. Place shredded zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible (at least 1 cup).
  3. Transfer zucchini to a mixing bowl, sprinkle with ½ tsp salt, and let sit for 10 minutes.
  4. Add ½ cup flour, ¼ cup grated Parmesan, 1 egg, ½ tsp garlic powder, and freshly ground black pepper to the zucchini. Stir until a sticky batter forms. Add more flour if too wet, 1 tablespoon at a time.
  5. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone mat.
  6. Use a tablespoon or small measuring cup to scoop batter and flatten into 2–3 inch rounds on the baking sheet, leaving space between fritters.
  7. Lightly spray or brush tops with olive oil.
  8. Bake for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through (around 12 minutes) and spraying or brushing the other side with oil. Bake until golden brown and crisp.
  9. While baking, mix Greek yogurt, minced garlic, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and optional herbs in a small bowl. Chill until serving.
  10. Let fritters cool for a couple of minutes after baking. Serve warm with garlic yogurt sauce.

Notes

Squeeze out as much moisture as possible from zucchini to avoid soggy fritters. Flip fritters gently halfway through baking to prevent breaking. If batter is too wet, add extra flour one tablespoon at a time. Let garlic yogurt sauce chill for at least 10 minutes for best flavor. Reheat leftover fritters in a skillet or toaster oven to maintain crispness; avoid microwaving.

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