Description
Delicious golden potato and zucchini rosti bites filled with feta, spinach, and sun-dried tomatoes, perfect as a snack or appetizer.
Ingredients
- 1 lb russet or Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled
- 1 medium zucchini
- 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup crumbled feta cheese
- 1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
- ⅓ cup sun-dried tomatoes, drained and finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- 3 tbsp olive oil, for frying
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt (optional for dip)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (optional for dip)
- 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional for dip)
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (optional for dip)
- Salt and black pepper, to taste (optional for dip)
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: Grate the potatoes and zucchini using a box grater. Place them in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze firmly to remove as much moisture as possible. Finely chop the spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and green onions.
- Make the rosti mixture: In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes and zucchini. Add the eggs, flour, feta, spinach, sun-dried tomatoes, garlic, and green onions. Season with salt, black pepper, and oregano. Mix until everything is evenly distributed.
- Shape the bites: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture at a time and shape into small patties approximately 2–3 inches wide. Press gently to help each bite hold its shape.
- Cook until golden: Heat 1–2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Place the patties in the skillet, leaving space between them. Fry for about 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Prepare the optional dip: Combine the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Stir until smooth and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Notes
- Squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini and potatoes for crispier bites.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan while frying.
- Chop the filling finely to help the patties hold together.
- For oven baking, arrange patties on an oiled baking sheet and bake at 425°F for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (3-4 bites)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 100mg