Keto Kolokithokeftedes (Zucchini Fritters with Almond Flour)
Keto Zucchini and Feta Fritters
Yes, with a tweak: specify almond flour or coconut flour as the binder, explicitly stating no wheat flour or breadcrumbs. About 8g net carbs per serving.
What it is
Crispy and flavorful Greek zucchini fritters, specifically prepared to be keto-friendly by using almond flour (or coconut flour) as a binder instead of traditional wheat flour or breadcrumbs. Shredded zucchini, crumbled feta cheese, and fresh herbs like dill and mint are pan-fried to a golden perfection.
Key ingredients
Zucchini, feta cheese, eggs, fresh dill, fresh mint, onion (small amount), almond flour, olive oil (for frying), salt, pepper.
How to make it keto
Specify almond flour or coconut flour as the binder, explicitly stating no wheat flour or breadcrumbs. Ask to pan-fry in olive oil or avocado oil, avoiding vegetable/seed oils.
Say this to the waiter (Greek)
Για τους Κέτο Κολοκυθοκεφτέδες, παρακαλώ με αλεύρι αμυγδάλου ή καρύδας, όχι αλεύρι σίτου ή φρυγανιά. Τηγανίστε μόνο σε ελαιόλαδο.
For the Keto Kolokithokeftedes, use almond or coconut flour, no wheat flour or breadcrumbs. Pan-fry only in olive oil, please.
Watch out for
Traditional recipes contain flour/breadcrumbs; onion content; zucchini carbs can accumulate; inappropriate or high-carb frying oils.
Macros are estimates for a typical serving and vary by restaurant. Confirm ingredients with staff, especially if you have allergies. Our ingredient lists are generated automatically and describe how a dish is typically made.
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