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Zucchini Keftedes with Feta

July 7 by Priscilla 16 Comments

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zucchini fritters, zucchini keftedes

In keeping with my garden theme during this bountiful time of year, the past week was officially declared Zucchini Throwdown at She’s Cookin’ and I’ll be sharing three simple + seasonal recipes for this most prolific summer squash. First up is a recipe from Chef Michael Symon’s Easter Goes Greek spread featured in Bon Appétit‘s April issue.

Michael’s big personality and bawdy sense of humor had me smiling as I read his tips for preparing this holiday feast, like #4 “Go Hard – lots of ouzo, straight up, no retsina!” , and #5 “Put the Fun in Dysfunction – When you get a bunch of Greeks in a room it gets very emotional. I explain to my friends that regardless of the yelling or crying, it’s all a sign of happiness.”

Plus, I’m crazy for Greek food – helloooo, did you see my post on the Taste of Greece? – and everything from the Lamb Chops with Lemon to the Walnut and Pistachio Baklava had me salivating! But what earned the dog-eared page was the Zucchini Keftedes because I’m always on the lookout for ways to morph the zuke into something fabulous.

Keftedes are actually Greek meatballs and in the recipe head notes Michael referred to them as zucchini fritters, which is what I would call them – either way it’s a delicious vegetarian dish with flavors of bright lemon and mint and salty feta, perfect as a starter or several fritters make a satisfying and delicious vegetarian main dish.

Zucchini Keftedes with Feta

from Michael Symon for Bon Appétit, April 2011

1 ⅓ pounds medium zucchini, ends trimmed
1 teaspoon kosher salt*
½ cup thinly sliced green onions
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons chopped fresh dill*
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon finely grated lemon peel
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 cup panko (Japanese breadcrumbs)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup coarsely crumbled feta cheese

Canola oil (for frying)
Garnish: Greek yogurt (plain or reduced-fat)

* These were the only two changes I made: I didn’t use salt due to Don’s low-sodium diet and I left out the dill (not a fan) and I can’t imagine the keftedes being any better πŸ™‚

1. Grate zucchini on large holes of box grater onto a clean kitchen towel. Sprinkle zucchini with kosher salt. Let zucchini stand at least 30 minutes to an hour. Roll up the zucchini in the towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible.

2. Place zucchini in a medium bowl. Mix in green onions, mint, garlic, lemon zest, and black pepper. Gently stir in panko and egg, then the feta.

3. Line a rimmed cookie sheet with parchment or foil. Using about 2 tablespoons zucchini mixture for each, shape mixture into patties; place on baking sheet. Chill at least 1 hour. Can be made 4 hours ahead. Keep chilled.

4. Pour enough canola oil into heavy large skillet to be ¼ inch in depth. 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 a slotted spoon, transfer to paper towels.

Arrange keftedes on platter. Top each with a dollop of yogurt. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Enjoy πŸ™‚

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  1. Lisa { AuthenticSuburbanGourmet }

    July 7 at 6:43 am

    I just bought some zucchini over the weekend and this just might be the perfect thing to make. Looks really delish. Looks like you had a wonderful 4th of July – too bad I don’t live in your neighborhood! πŸ™‚

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  2. Priscilla

    July 7 at 8:10 am

    Lisa – I wish you lived closer, too! I could give you several zucchini a day πŸ™‚

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  3. [email protected]

    July 7 at 10:58 am

    Oh these sound awesome!! Without the zucchini, but with pork and beef, we call these Kofte πŸ™‚ They’re delicious!

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  4. Kelly

    July 7 at 11:17 am

    Wow this looks so gorgeous and I bet so tasty!! What a great recipe, I’m definitely saving this one πŸ™‚

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  5. [email protected]

    July 7 at 11:35 am

    Oooh I had tried to make something similar- i think it was the Russian version. But I was crazy and tried to make it super healthy using a Chia Egg and Kefir- which btw was a total fail. These look lovely- Thanks Priscilla for motivating me to try these again!

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  6. Tiffany

    July 7 at 3:50 pm

    This sounds like a GREAT way to use zucchini!

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  7. Jeannie

    July 7 at 5:19 pm

    That looks so delicious! I love it!

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  8. Angie's Recipes

    July 7 at 9:23 pm

    Those zucchini patties sound so great with feta! Love the chive flowers as a garnish too. Pretty.

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  9. Emily Malloy

    July 8 at 7:01 am

    Absolutely lovely!

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  10. Magic of Spice

    July 8 at 5:23 pm

    I love all types of fritters and these would be no exception…they look amazing, and love your styling here…very fresh and bright πŸ™‚

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  11. Nami @ Just One Cookbook

    July 9 at 1:31 am

    Lately I’ve seen a lot of zucchini recipes and I have been collecting… I don’t have too many zucchini recipes on hands. I just bookmarked yours too. I can’t wait to try!

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  12. Jill Colonna

    July 11 at 7:49 am

    Wow. This reminds me of student days when I shared a flat with 3 gourmet Greek girls. I put on Tons of weight – their cooking was sensational. And these keftedes also have the ticket. They’re beautiful – love the touch of mint in there, too. So much a taste of the Med – the Corsicans do that, too, which is wonderful.

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  13. Nancy

    July 17 at 5:19 am

    Hi Priscilla, I am a huge fan of Zucchini so I’ll be looking for all of your recipes. These fritters look amazing. I’m going to make them tonight and can’t wait to taste them. Will let you know πŸ™‚

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  14. Candace

    July 31 at 9:53 am

    They look absolutely yummy!

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  15. GourmetGetaways

    August 1 at 6:16 pm

    I love Zucchini, I love feta and I love Greek food. I will be trying these as soon as I get to the shops.

    Thanks for sharing, I found this post via the YBR listing on Spicie Foodie πŸ™‚

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