Today, I'm sharing a simple yet delightful recipe for Broccoli Feta Fritters. These fritters are a fantastic way to sneak some veggies into your family's diet in a fun and tasty way. Originating from the idea of traditional fritters, incorporating broccoli and feta gives them a nutritious twist that's both pleasing to the palate and beneficial for health. These are great for a light meal, a quick snack, or even a fanciful side dish during dinner.
Broccoli Feta Fritters are best served warm and can be paired beautifully with a dollop of sour cream or a tzatziki sauce for dipping. They go wonderfully alongside a fresh, crispy salad or can be served as an appetizer before your main dish. For a cozy evening meal, consider serving them with a bowl of tomato soup or a rustic potato hash to keep everyone's tummies full and happy.
Broccoli Feta FrittersServings: 4 servings
Ingredients
2 cups broccoli, finely chopped
1 cup feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
2 large eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
Optional: 1/4 cup finely chopped onion for added flavor
Directions
1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the finely chopped broccoli, crumbled feta cheese, flour, garlic powder, and black pepper.
2. Add the beaten eggs to the mixture and stir until everything is well incorporated. If using, mix in the chopped onion.
3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4. Once the oil is hot, scoop about 1/4 cup of the broccoli mixture per fritter into the skillet, pressing down slightly to flatten them into rounds.
5. Fry the fritters for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they're golden brown and crispy.
6. Remove the fritters from the skillet and place them on paper towels to drain any excess oil.
7. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce or side.
Variations & Tips
For those with little ones who might be a bit picky, you can add small bits of cooked chicken or ham to the mix for some extra protein that they won't even notice. If you're catering to a vegan diet, substitute the eggs with a flaxseed mixture (1 tbsp flaxseed meal with 3 tbsp water equals one egg) and use a vegan cheese alternative instead of feta. For a gluten-free version, use almond flour in place of all-purpose flour.
