Crispy Zucchini Feta Balls Baked to Perfection in Oven
These crispy zucchini feta balls are a delightful combination of fresh zucchini and creamy feta, baked to golden perfection. Perfect as an appetizer or a light meal, they are sure to impress everyone!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- Fresh medium-sized zucchinis
- Crumbled feta cheese
- Panko bread crumbs
- Eggs
- Fresh dill
- Fresh parsley
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
- Pepper
- Cayenne (optional)
- Flaxseed meal (for vegan alternative)
- Water (for vegan alternative)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Grate the zucchini using a box grater or food processor. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth and squeeze out the excess moisture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the drained zucchini, crumbled feta cheese, bread crumbs, and your chosen herbs. Add the eggs and spices, mixing everything until well combined.
- With your hands, take a small amount of the mixture and shape it into balls about the size of a golf ball. Place each ball on a lined baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced apart for even cooking.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the balls are golden brown and crispy. You can flip them halfway through for an even crunch.
- Once done, remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes. Serve warm with a dipping sauce of your choice, like a yogurt sauce or a spicy salsa.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 ball
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg
Keywords: Feel free to experiment with different cheeses or add in ingredients like olives or sun-dried tomatoes for extra flavor. You can prepare the mixture a day in advance and refrigerate it, forming the balls right before baking. These balls freeze well before baking; just cook them straight from the freezer, adding a few extra minutes to the baking time.