Garlicky Zucchini &amp; Potato Fritters

Turn your garden harvest into an irresistible side dish with these crispy fritters. Fresh-picked zucchini, potatoes, garlic and herbs transform into golden, pan-fried patties with tender centers and perfectly crisp edges. Paired with a cool, creamy dill dip, they're an easy way to showcase the fresh flavors of the season.

Ingredients:

1 medium zucchini, shredded
1 medium potato, peeled and grated (Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes recommended)
½ small yellow onion, finely diced or grated
2–3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
2 large eggs
2 tbsp fresh parsley (or dill/chives), chopped
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2–3 tbsp oil for frying (vegetable or olive oil)

Instructions:

Shred the zucchini and grate the potato. Place both in a clean towel and squeeze out as much liquid as possible (this is key for crisp fritters).
In a bowl, combine zucchini, potato, onion, minced garlic, eggs, herbs, salt and pepper. Mix well until it holds together.
Warm oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Scoop fritter mixture into small portions, pressing gently into patties.
Fry 4–5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Remove and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil. Dip or drizzle with Creamy Dill Dip, recipe below.

Creamy Dill Dip

Fresh, tangy, and herb-forward—this sauce balances the crisp, savory fritters beautifully!

Ingredients

1 cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
1–2 tbsp fresh dill, finely chopped
1–2 cloves fresh garlic, minced or grated
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp olive oil (optional, for extra smoothness)
½ tsp salt, adjust to taste
¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions:

In a small bowl, combine sour cream (or yogurt), fresh dill and minced garlic.
Stir in lemon juice, salt and pepper until smooth and well blended.
Drizzle in olive oil, if using for a richer texture.
Chill for 10–15 minutes before serving to let flavors meld.

The Gurney’s Difference: The best fritters start with the freshest ingredients. Zucchini is remarkably easy to grow, and Gurney's varieties are bred for exceptional flavor, texture, disease resistance and home garden performance. Our plants also mature quickly, so you can enjoy plentiful tender, delicious squash all season long.

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