Zucchini and Herb Fritters with Dill Yogurt Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-05 · Updated 2026-04-05

Crispy golden fritters made with garden-fresh zucchini and herbs, served with a cooling dill yogurt dip for a perfect springtime meal. This American-inspired vegetarian recipe, ready in about 40 minutes, pairs zucchini, all-purpose flour, fresh dill for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. 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

• 2 medium (about 1 lb) zucchini
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp, finely chopped fresh dill
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1/4 tsp salt

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Grate 2 medium zucchinis (about 1 lb) and place in a colander; drain for 15 minutes, squeezing out excess moisture.
2. Step 2: In a bowl, combine drained zucchinis, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 tbsp fresh dill, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper; mix until evenly incorporated.
3. Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
4. Step 4: Scoop 1/4 cup of zucchini mixture per fritter into the skillet and flatten slightly; fry for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and crispy.
5. Step 5: Whisk together 1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp fresh dill, 1 tbsp lemon juice, and 1/4 tsp salt in a small bowl until smooth.
6. Step 6: Serve hot fritters topped with dill yogurt sauce.