Savory Zucchini and Vegetable Patties with Creamy Dill Sauce

Ingredients

For the Patties:

• • 1 zucchini (350g)

• • 1 carrot
  • 2 eggs
  • 100 grams of cheese, grated

• • Fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 potato
  • 1 clove of garlic, minced

• • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tsp Herbes de Provence

• • Paprika, to taste
  • 4 tablespoons oatmeal
  • 2 tablespoons flour

• Olive oil, for frying

For the Sauce:

• • 2 tablespoons sour cream or yogurt
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

• • Fresh dill, chopped
  • 1 tsp dried garlic
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika powder

Directions

For the Patties:

1. 1. Prepare the Vegetables:
      • Grate the zucchini, carrot, and potato.
      • Place the grated zucchini in a colander, sprinkle with salt, and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture. Squeeze out the excess water from the zucchini.

1. 1. Mix Ingredients:
      • In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, carrot, potato, cheese, minced garlic, and chopped parsley.
      • Add the eggs, oatmeal, flour, Herbes de Provence, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.

1. 1. Form Patties:
      • Take a small handful of the mixture and form it into a patty. Repeat with the remaining mixture.
   2. Cook Patties:
      • • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
      • Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
      • Remove the patties from the skillet and drain on paper towels.

For the Sauce:

1. Prepare the Sauce:
   • In a small bowl, combine the sour cream or yogurt, mayonnaise, chopped dill, dried garlic, and smoked paprika powder. Mix well.

Serving Suggestions

• • Serve the vegetable patties hot with the creamy dill sauce on the side.

• Garnish with additional chopped parsley or dill for a fresh touch.

Cooking Tips

• • Ensure to squeeze out as much water as possible from the grated zucchini to prevent the patties from becoming too soggy.
  • You can add other herbs or spices to the patty mixture to suit your taste.

• For a gluten-free option, use gluten-free flour and oatmeal.

Nutritional Benefits

• • Zucchini: Low in calories and high in vitamins A and C.
  • Carrot: Rich in beta-carotene, fiber, and antioxidants.

• Potato: A good source of vitamins C and B6, potassium, and fiber.
• Cheese: Provides calcium and protein.