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Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Mint

These crispy zucchini fritters are packed with salty feta and fresh mint for a perfect light meal.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 Mediterranean· July 22, 2026
Zucchini Fritters with Feta and Mint
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Prep
15 minutes
Cook
15 minutes
Total
30 minutes
Serves
4

Zucchini fritters are a staple in my house whenever summer hits and the garden starts producing more squash than I know what to do with. The combination of salty feta cheese and cool mint creates such a bright flavor that feels like a trip to the Mediterranean right in your own kitchen.

My favorite trick for these is to make sure you squeeze as much water out of the shredded zucchini as possible. It is the secret to getting a nice golden crust on the outside while keeping the center tender and delicious.

Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchinis, grated
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 100 grams feta cheese, crumbled
  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped
  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1/2 cup all purpose flour
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil for frying

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place the grated zucchini in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes, then squeeze the zucchini very firmly with your hands or a clean cloth to remove all excess liquid.

  2. 2

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the dried zucchini with the crumbled feta, chopped mint, sliced green onions, flour, beaten egg, and black pepper. Stir until everything is well incorporated.

  3. 3

    Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Drop large spoonfuls of the zucchini mixture into the pan and flatten them slightly with a spatula.

  5. 5

    Cook the fritters for about 3 to 4 minutes per side until they are crispy and golden brown.

  6. 6

    Remove them from the pan and let them drain on a paper towel before serving warm.

💡 Tips

These fritters are best served warm with a dollop of Greek yogurt or a squeeze of fresh lemon juice. If you have leftovers, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge and reheat them in a toaster oven to bring back the crispiness.

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