Summer Corn and Zucchini Fritters with Basil Yogurt Sauce
Say hello to summer with these crisp and flavorful Summer Corn and Zucchini Fritters with Basil Yogurt Sauce! This meatless Monday dish is bursting with seasonal ingredients like sweet corn, zucchini, and fragrant basil. The fritters are lightly pan-fried to golden perfection and served with a cool, tangy basil yogurt sauce that brings everything together. Whether you’re looking for a light dinner, a fun appetizer, or a veggie-packed lunch, this recipe delivers fresh, feel-good flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
2 medium zucchinis, grated
1 cup fresh corn kernels
½ small red onion, finely diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 large eggs
½ cup all-purpose flour
⅓ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
1 tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
¼ tsp smoked paprika
2–3 tbsp olive oil for pan-frying
Basil Yogurt Sauce:
1 cup plain Greek yogurt
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
1
🧂 Prep the Zucchini: Grate zucchini and place in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out excess moisture. This is important for crispy fritters!
2
🥣 Mix the Batter: In a large bowl, combine zucchini, corn, red onion, garlic, eggs, flour, Parmesan, basil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Stir until just combined.
3
🔥 Cook the Fritters: Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Scoop ¼ cup of the mixture for each fritter into the skillet, flatten slightly.
Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and crisp. Transfer to paper towels.
4
🌿 Make the Sauce: While fritters cook, mix all basil yogurt sauce ingredients in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning to taste.
5
🍽️ Serve: Serve warm fritters with a generous dollop of basil yogurt sauce.
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