ZUCCHINI KEFTEDES WITH FETA AND DILL

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Zucchini Keftedes with Feta and Dill image

Provided by Michael Symon

Categories     Appetizer     Fry     Easter     Vegetarian     Low Cal     Feta     Zucchini     Spring     Party     Dill     Bon Appétit     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Kosher

Yield Makes 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/3 pounds medium zucchini, trimmed
1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
1/2 cup thinly sliced green onions
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
1 cup panko (japanese breadcrumbs)
1 large egg, beaten to blend
1 cup coarsely crumbled feta cheese
Canola oil (for frying)
Plain whole-milk or reduced-fat Greek-style yogurt (for garnish)
Additional chopped fresh dill (for garnish)
Ingredient info: Panko is available in the Asian foods section of most supermarkets and at Asian markets. Greek-style yogurt is a thick yogurt that's sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.

Steps:

  • Grate zucchini on large holes of box grater onto clean kitchen towel. Sprinkle zucchini with 1 teaspoon coarse salt; let stand at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.
  • Line rimmed baking sheet with parchment or foil. Wrap zucchini in towel; squeeze out as much liquid as possible. Place zucchini in medium bowl. Mix in green onions, 3 tablespoons chopped dill, mint, garlic, lemon peel, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Gently stir in panko and egg, then feta. Using 2 tablespoons zucchini mixture for each, shape mixture into 1 3/4- to 2-inch-diameter patty; place on baking sheet. Chill at least 1 hour. DO AHEAD: can be made 4 hours ahead. Keep chilled.
  • Pour enough canola oil into heavy large skillet to reach depth of 1/4 inch; heat over medium-high heat. Working in batches, add patties to skillet. Cook until golden and cooked through, adjusting heat if browning too quickly, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Using slotted metal spoon, transfer to paper towels.
  • Arrange keftedes on platter. Top each with dollop of yogurt. Sprinkle each with dill. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Bakkabulindi Andrew
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These keftedes are a great way to use up zucchini.


Cherita Taylor
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These were really easy to make and they were so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


Ariel Thomas
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I made these keftedes for my family and they loved them. They said they were the best zucchini keftedes they'd ever had.


Naeem Solangi
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These were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll try baking them next time.


Khan Shaba
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These keftedes are a great way to use up zucchini.


Animashaun Opeyemi
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These were really easy to make and they were so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


David Abakah
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I followed the recipe exactly and the keftedes turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.


Rimsha Kashif
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These were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I'll try baking them next time.


Beneesha Thapa
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. These keftedes are a great way to use up zucchini.


Uche Chinedu
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These were really easy to make and they were so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.


Patrick Camera
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I made these keftedes for my family and they loved them. They said they were the best zucchini keftedes they'd ever had.


RK.Robiul Bye
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I followed the recipe exactly and the keftedes turned out perfectly. They were crispy on the outside and moist on the inside.


Abdul Hamid Isa babale
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These were a bit bland for my taste. I think I'll add some more spices next time.


Zaidu King
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I'm not a huge fan of zucchini, but these keftedes were amazing. I'll definitely be making them again.


adilmushtaq toor
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These were so good! I added a little bit of garlic to the mixture and they were perfect.


Mr Tazim
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I've made these keftedes several times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they're always delicious.


Nur Alam
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These keftedes were absolutely delicious! I made them for a party and they were a huge hit. The zucchini gave them a nice moist texture and the feta and dill added a lovely flavor.