Doorbell Bites with Zesty Yogurt Dip

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

Crispy, golden vegetable fritters shaped like tiny doorbells, served with a tangy lemon-dill yogurt dip for the perfect appetizer. This american-inspired quick meals ready in about 30 minutes blends grated carrots, grated zucchini, finely chopped onion into a versatile sauce that lifts everything from grain bowls and roasted vegetables to grilled proteins — a small-batch staple worth keeping in the fridge. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so a small batch covers several meals across the week without taking over the fridge. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 1 cup grated carrots
• 1/2 cup grated zucchini
• 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp dried thyme
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1 large egg
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/4 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp dill

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a bowl, mix 1 cup grated carrots, 1/2 cup grated zucchini, 1/4 cup finely chopped onion, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 tsp garlic powder, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
2. Step 2: Add 1 large egg and stir until fully combined, then form 12 small balls (about 1 tablespoon each).
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the balls for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
4. Step 4: While frying, whisk 1/4 cup Greek yogurt, 1 tsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp dill for the dip. Drain bites on paper towels and serve immediately with the yogurt dip.