Zucchini Fritters with Pine Nut Sauce

Crispy, golden, and bursting with fresh garden flavor, these Zucchini Fritters with Pine Nut Sauce are a delightful way to transform simple ingredients into something extraordinary. Grated zucchini is combined with Parmesan, garlic, and a hint of black pepper to form perfectly pan-fried fritters with a crunchy exterior and tender interior. What truly elevates this recipe, though, is the creamy pine nut sauce—a luxurious blend of toasted pine nuts, tangy yogurt, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of honey for balance. Ready in just 35 minutes, this dish is perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light dinner. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and flavor, and watch these fritters disappear at your next gathering! Perfect for fans of quick, healthy, and flavorful meals, this recipe is a sure crowd-pleaser.

Nutriscore Rating: 55/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 medium Zucchini
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.25 cup Pine nuts
• 0.5 cup Plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 2 tablespoons Water
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Grate the zucchini using the large holes of a box grater and place it in a colander. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt, toss, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water.

Step 2

Meanwhile, toast the pine nuts in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.

Step 3

After 10 minutes, squeeze the zucchini firmly over the sink or a bowl to remove as much water as possible. Transfer the squeezed zucchini to a large mixing bowl.

Step 4

To the bowl with the zucchini, add the flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, minced garlic, and black pepper. Stir until well combined to form a batter.

Step 5

Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter per fritter into the skillet, flattening each into a small patty. Cook in batches for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy, adding more oil as needed. Transfer cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 6

To prepare the pine nut sauce, place the toasted pine nuts, yogurt, lemon juice, honey, water, and a pinch of salt in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. Add additional water, 1 tablespoon at a time, if needed to reach a thinner consistency.

Step 7

Serve the zucchini fritters warm, drizzled with the pine nut sauce and garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(994.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1324.0

Total Fat 83.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.9g
Cholesterol 246.9mg	0%
Sodium 8496.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 113.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.3g	0%
Total Sugars 57.2g
Protein 38.6g	0%

Vitamin D 112.6IU	0%
Calcium 608.3mg	0%
Iron 8.7mg	0%
Potassium 2027.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 55.2%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 33.4%