I am excited to share with you an incredibly delicious recipe featuring zucchini and cheese. This dish is perfect for a light meal or snack, and it’s paired with a tasty garlic yogurt sauce. Let’s get cooking!
Preparation Time
- Preparation Time: 20 minutes
- Cooking Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Ingredients
For the Patties:
- 2 zucchinis
- onion
- 1 potato
- 2 eggs
- 1 carrot
- A sprig of parsley
- 1 clove of garlic
- Paprika
- Black pepper
- 5 tbsp flour
- 120g cheese
- Olive oil
For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- A handful of parsley
- 1 clove of garlic
- Salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Grate the zucchinis into a bowl. Add salt, stir well, and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then, squeeze out the excess liquid from the zucchinis.
- Prepare the Potato: Peel and grate the potato. Squeeze out the excess liquid and add it to the bowl with the zucchini.
- Add Ingredients: Add the grated carrot, chopped parsley, and minced garlic to the bowl. Season with paprika, black pepper, and a bit more salt.
- Mix the Batter: Beat the eggs and add them to the mixture. Stir in the flour until everything is well combined.
- Add Cheese: Grate the cheese and mix it into the vegetable mixture.
- Form Patties: With your hands, take a portion of the mixture, place a piece of cheese in the center, and form it into a patty. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- Coat in Flour: Lightly coat each patty with flour.
- Fry the Patties: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties on each side until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes per side. Place the fried patties on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- Make the Sauce: In a small bowl, combine Greek yogurt, mayonnaise, chopped parsley, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Serve: Serve the zucchini and cheese patties warm, with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side. Enjoy!
Tips
- Drying the Zucchini: Make sure to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the zucchini to prevent the patties from becoming too wet.
- Cheese Choice: Use a cheese that melts well, such as mozzarella or cheddar.
Serving Suggestions
- Serve as an appetizer or a main dish with a side salad.
- Pair with a dipping sauce of your choice.
Storage
- Store any leftover patties in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or oven before serving.
Cooking Tips
- Use medium heat to ensure the patties cook through without burning.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste preference.
Nutritional Benefits
- Zucchini and carrots provide essential vitamins and minerals.
- Greek yogurt adds protein and probiotics.
Dietary Information
- This recipe is vegetarian.
- For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- It’s a simple and delicious way to enjoy vegetables.
- The patties are crispy on the outside and cheesy on the inside.
- Perfect for any meal or snack.
Conclusion
I hope you enjoy making and eating these Zucchini and Cheese Patties with Garlic Yogurt Sauce. If you like the recipe, please give it a thumbs up and leave a comment. Thank you for watching, liking, and subscribing! Bon Appetit!