Courgette and Ricotta Fritters Recipe

Name: Courgette and Ricotta Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ½ teaspoon saffron; 1 lemon, juice of; 4 tablespoons olive oil; 6 plum tomatoes, skinned and deseeded; 4 courgettes, grated; 2 tablespoons sea salt; 250 g ricotta cheese; 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped; 1 egg yolk; 100 g vegetarian parmesan cheese, grated; 25 g plain flour; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill; 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; oil (for deep frying)

Servings: persons

½ teaspoon saffron
1 lemon, juice of
4 tablespoons olive oil
6 plum tomatoes, skinned and deseeded
4 courgettes, grated
2 tablespoons sea salt
250 g ricotta cheese
1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
1 egg yolk
100 g vegetarian parmesan cheese, grated
25 g plain flour
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
oil (for deep frying)

1
Chop the tomatoes and place in a bowl with the other ingredients and leave to stand.
2
Mix together the courgettes and salt and leave to stand for 30 minutes Rinse well and squeeze out as much water as possible.
3
Beat together the egg, courgette, ricotta and rosemary.
4
Add the parmesan and mix to a wet but workable dough.
5
Mix together the flour and herbs and form the dough into 8 patties.
6
Dredge in the flour.
7
Heat the oil and fry the fritters for 4 mins each side and drain.
8
Serve with the tomato and saffron sauce.

445

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ½ teaspoon saffron, 1 lemon, juice of, 4 tablespoons olive oil, 6 plum tomatoes, skinned and deseeded, and more.

Yes, Courgette and Ricotta Fritters falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Courgette and Ricotta Fritters

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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