Kolokythokeftedes (Zucchini Cakes)

Kolokythokeftedes are a popular Greek dish made with zucchini. They are commonly served as an appetizer or meze and are enjoyed throughout Greece.

This is vegetarian, gluten free and high protein recipe. Dish can be prepared in 40 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Kolokythokeftedes (Zucchini Cakes)

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: Greek, Mediterranean Courses: Any, Appetizer Recipe Keys: Gluten Free High Protein Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 20 min Cook Time 10 min Rest Time 10 min Total Time 40 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 1000

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram Zucchini
• 150 gram Feta cheese
• 50 gram Flour
• 1 unit Egg
• 2 teaspoon Fresh mint leaves
• 2 teaspoon Fresh dill
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoon Vegetable oil

Instructions

1. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture.
2. In a large bowl, crumble the feta cheese.
3. Add the grated zucchini, flour, egg, mint leaves, dill, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix well.
4. Form the mixture into small patties.
5. Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
6. Fry the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
7. Remove the patties from the pan and place them on paper towels to drain excess oil.
8. Let the zucchini cakes rest for 10 minutes before serving.
9. Serve hot with tzatziki sauce or a squeeze of lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 5g

Protein 10g20%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.