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Low Carb Zucchini & Fetta Fritters

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Whip up these quick and easy Low Carb Zucchini and Fetta Fritters, featuring creamy goat’s fetta and vibrant green peas. Ideal for meal prep, school lunches, or a hassle-free snack on the go.

Prep Time

10 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Meal Type

Breakfast, lunch, side

Servings

2

Carbs

6.7g

These golden, fluffy Low Carb Zucchini and Fetta Fritters are a delicious blend of tangy fetta and tender green peas. A perfect choice for a low carb breakfast, light lunch, or keto-friendly meal option.

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Why you'll love this recipe:

  • Low carb and vegetarian: Packed with veggies and healthy fats, perfect for a diabetes-friendly diet.
  • Quick and simple: Ready in just 20 minutes, ideal for busy mornings or lunches.
  • Versatile: Great on its own or paired with avocado, rocket, and heirloom tomatoes for a complete meal.
  • Meal prep-friendly: Make ahead and reheat for a speedy, healthy option during the week.
  • All-year round favourite: A fresh and satisfying dish you can enjoy no matter the season.

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Low Carb Zucchini and Fetta Fritters

These veggie fritters are super easy to make and really satisfying for lunch or brekkie.
4 from 3 votes
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Meal Type Breakfast, Lunch, Snack
Servings 2 People
Dietary Vegetarian

Ingredients
  

Zucchini fritters:

  • 1 medium zucchini, grated
  • ½ cup goat’s fetta cheese, crumbled
  • ½ spring onion, chopped
  • ½ cup peas
  • 2 eggs, large; whisked
  • ½ cup almond meal
  • 1 lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • salt and pepper, to season

Yoghurt dressing:

  • 3 tbsp full-fat Greek yoghurt, unsweetened
  • ½ lemon, juiced
  • salt and pepper, to season

COOK MODE

Instructions
 

  • First make the dressing by simply mixing the lemon, Greek yoghurt and salt and pepper together.
  • Grate zucchini into a medium bowl and add crumbled fetta, spring onions, peas and whisked eggs.
  • Add almond meal, salt, pepper and lemon zest. Fold to combine. 
  • Heat olive oil in a large frypan over medium heat. Shape the zucchini mix into 4 equal patties and pan fry for 3-5 minutes each side until golden. 
  • Remove from the pan and set aside on plates. 
  • Drizzle fritters with the yoghurt dressing and serve.

Notes

Tip: Make in advance the night before and simply reheat in the airfryer or microwave for a quick lunch or brekkie. 
 
Serve with: Mashed avocado, rocket and heirloom tomatoes.

Nutrition (per serve)

Net Carbs: 6.7gProtein: 23.4gFat: 16.7gFiber: 4.5gCalories: 271kcal
Keyword Fetta, Fritters, Keto, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Quick, Zucchini
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