These easy and healthy zucchini fritters are perfectly crispy with soft, cheesy centers. They're Greek-inspired and made with egg, oat flour, and crumbled feta. Serve them with tatziki for the perfect appetizer, brunch, or side dish.
Grate the zucchinis and place them in a large strainer or colander. Sprinkle generously with salt (about ½ - 1 tsp) and let them sit for 10 minutes to allow the excess moisture to drain. After that, use a clean dish towel or cheesecloth to thoroughly squeeze and remove any remaining moisture from the zucchini. This step is crucial to prevent soggy fritters.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, oat flour, whisked eggs, minced garlic, crumbled feta cheese, ½ teaspoon salt, black pepper, and baking powder. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper to taste if desired.
Heat 2 to 3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large nonstick pan over medium-high heat.
Using a spoon, scoop about 2 tablespoons of the batter onto the heated pan for each fritter. Use a spatula to flatten them slightly into shape.
Cook the fritters for approximately 2 minutes on each side, or until they turn golden brown and crisp.
Once cooked, transfer the fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
Serve the zucchini fritters immediately with homemade tzatziki sauce on the side for dipping or drizzling. Enjoy your delicious and healthy gluten-free snack or side dish!
Notes
HOMEMADE OAT FLOUR: I used homemade oat flour which is made by blending rolled oats in a high-speed blender for 30 - 40 seconds until it resembles flour. You can substitute with store-bought oat flour. DO NOT use coconut flour or almond flour.AIR FRYER: You can air fry zucchini fritters for a healthier alternative to pan-frying. Preheat your air fryer to 375°F. Arrange the fritters in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them. Cook for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.OVEN: Although using a pan gives the fritters a crispier outside, baking them is a great option. Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Shape 2 tablespoons of batter into pancakes and place them on the sheet. Bake for 8-10 minutes on each side, totaling around 20 minutes.YELLOW SUMMER SQUASH: You can use the same amount of yellow squash to make these healthy fritters. Yellow squash is an easy substitute if you are out of zucchini.FETA CHEESE: Substitute with parmesan is wanted or leave out if you are dairy-free.TO STORE: In an airtight container in the fridge for 4 - 5 days.TO REHEAT: For the best results, reheat in a pan on the stovetop for a crispy texture or in the air fryer at 350 degrees for 5 - 8 minutes. I don't recommend the microwave because they can get soggy.