These Cheesy Vegetable Zucchini Patties are a delicious, satisfying, and healthy alternative to meat patties. Made with fresh vegetables and cheese, they are perfect for a quick lunch, dinner, or even as an appetizer. Paired with a tangy garlic herb sauce, they are sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients
- For the Patties:
- 1 zucchini (370 g)
- 2 potatoes (100 g)
- 1 carrot (80 g)
- 2 cloves of garlic
- 1-2 eggs
- 100 g hard cheese (or mozzarella)
- 5 tablespoons flour
- A small bunch of parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- Black pepper to taste
- For the Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (or yogurt)
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 clove of garlic
- A handful of parsley
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables:
- Grate the zucchini, potatoes, and carrot using a coarse grater.
- Place the grated vegetables in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible.
- Mix the Ingredients:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated vegetables, minced garlic, eggs, grated cheese, flour, chopped parsley, salt, paprika, and black pepper.
- Stir until all the ingredients are fully integrated and evenly mixed.
- Form the Patties:
- Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the mixture and shape it into a patty. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
- Cook the Patties:
- Heat a bit of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Place the patties in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and crispy. To prevent overcrowding the skillet, you might need to cook them in separate batches.
- Prepare the Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise (or yogurt), sour cream, minced garlic, chopped parsley, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Serve:
- Serve the vegetable zucchini patties hot, accompanied by the garlic herb sauce.
Conclusion
These Cheesy Vegetable Zucchini Patties are a fantastic way to enjoy a healthy, veggie-packed meal that is both tasty and satisfying. The combination of fresh vegetables and cheese creates a delightful flavor and texture, while the tangy garlic herb sauce adds a perfect finishing touch. Enjoy these patties as a main dish or a hearty appetizer. Bon appétit!