Halloumi & Zucchini Fritters are crispy on the outside, soft and cheesy on the inside – and absolutely packed with flavour! Whether you're after a quick lunch, easy dinner or savoury snack, these vegetarian fritters are a winner every time.
Just like my Sweet Potato and Tuna Patties and Zucchini Slice, they’re made with simple ingredients, come together in no time, and freeze beautifully too.
With just six basic ingredients and ready in 25 minutes, these fritters make the perfect side, quick midweek meal, lunchbox filler or snack – even the kids will love them!
They’re a great way to use up zucchini, totally meat-free, freezer-friendly, and super versatile. Serve them with your favourite dipping sauce or a fresh salad, and you’re good to go.
For more ways to use up excess zucchini, why not make a creamy zucchini soup or a zucchini quiche, or bake an apple, carrot and zucchini bread - another winning way to smuggle more veggies in!
Why You're Going To Love This Recipe
Whether you're serving them up for a light dinner, an after-school snack or as part of a lazy weekend brunch, these Halloumi & Zucchini Fritters are guaranteed to become a regular in your kitchen!
- Just 6 Ingredients – Simple pantry staples, big flavour. Every ingredient earns its spot!
- Kid-Approved – Soft, cheesy and mild in flavour – perfect for little hands (and fussy eaters!).
- Quick & Easy – Ready in 25 minutes from start to finish. Ideal for busy weeknights.
- Freezer-Friendly – Double the batch and stash some away for lunchboxes or easy meals on the run.
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Fritter Ingredients
These halloumi and zucchini fritters are made with simple fridge and pantry staples and are a great way to use excess zucchini.
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
- Zucchini – The star of the show! Once grated and salted to draw out excess moisture, zucchini gives these fritters a lovely light texture and a hint of natural sweetness.
- Halloumi – That salty, squeaky goodness takes these fritters to the next level. Grating the halloumi means you get that delicious savoury flavour in every bite (and it helps everything hold together too!).
- Spring Onions – Milder than regular onions, they add a gentle pop of flavour that pairs perfectly with the creamy zucchini and salty halloumi.
Variations
- Add Corn – Stir through a handful of corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned) for extra sweetness and texture.
- Spice It Up – Add a pinch of chilli flakes or a chopped red chilli for a little heat.
- Use Feta Instead – Swap halloumi for crumbled feta if you prefer a creamier, tangier cheese.
- Make Them Gluten-Free – Simply use gluten-free plain flour or almond meal in place of regular flour.
- Add Fresh Herbs – Try chopped parsley, mint, basil or dill for extra flavour and freshness.
- Serve with a Dip – Pair with tzatziki, sweet chilli sauce, sour cream or even a dollop of hummus for a tasty side or snack.
- Oven-Baked Option – Lightly spray with oil and bake at 200°C fan-forced for around 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway for a healthier version.
How To Make Halloumi and Zucchini Fritters
These fritters come together quickly with just a few simple steps.
Note: Scroll to the recipe card at the bottom for the ingredients quantities and full detailed method.
- Step 1: Prep the Zucchini
Grate the zucchini and place it in a sieve. Sprinkle with salt, stir, and leave for 10 minutes to draw out moisture. Then, squeeze out as much liquid as possible using clean hands or a tea towel, and transfer to a large bowl.
- Step 2: Mix the Fritter Batter
Add self-raising flour, grated halloumi, sliced spring onions, whisked egg, pepper, and garlic (if using) to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
- Step 3: Cook the Fritters
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add heaped tablespoons of the mixture, flatten slightly, and cook for 2 minutes on each side or until golden and crispy.
Recipe Tips
- Squeeze out that zucchini - This is the key to crispy fritters. If the zucchini is too wet, the mixture will be soggy and won’t hold together properly.
- Skip the salt - Halloumi brings plenty of salty goodness, so all you need is a crack of black pepper to season the mix.
- Finish with lemon - A quick squeeze of lemon over the cooked fritters really lifts the flavours and balances the salty halloumi.
- Go gluten-free - Use a gluten-free self-raising flour blend to make this recipe coeliac-friendly.
- Add a little heat - Not cooking for little ones? Try a pinch of chilli flakes or chopped fresh chilli for a bit of spice.
- Make it a meal - Serve your fritters with a green salad, poached egg or smashed avo for a light and satisfying vegetarian meal.
Halloumi and Zucchini Fritters FAQs
Definitely! These fritters are perfect for meal prep. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days, then just reheat in a frying pan or oven to crisp them back up. Easy!
Absolutely! These freeze really well. Just layer the cooked fritters between sheets of baking paper in an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat straight from frozen in a hot pan, oven or air fryer until crispy and heated through.
Absolutely! With their soft, cheesy centres and mild flavour, they’re perfect for little taste buds. You can make mini fritters for small hands or pack them in lunchboxes as a fun swap for sandwiches.
More Zucchini Recipes
These zucchini fritters are seriously easy to whip up and absolutely packed with flavour – and the best part? They’re just as delicious the next day (if there’s any left!).
Love cooking with zucchini? Here are a few more tasty recipes to try:
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Halloumi and Zucchini Fritters
Ingredients
- 500 g zucchini grated, approx 4 small or 3 medium
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 100 g (⅔ cup) self raising flour
- 180 g halloumi cheese grated
- ¼ cup spring onions finely sliced
- 1 egg whisked
- 2 teaspoon minced garlic optional
- pepper to season
- 2 tablespoon olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Place grated zucchini into a strainer and add the salt. Stir then leave for 10 minutes. Squeeze out all of the excess liquid. Place the zucchini into a bowl.If using a Thermomix: Place roughly chopped zucchini into the Thermomix bowl. Grate by pressing Turbo 5-10 times or until coarsely grated. Place grated zucchini into a strainer and add the salt. Stir then leave for 10 minutes. Squeeze out all of the excess liquid. Place the zucchini into a bowl.
- Add the self-raising flour, halloumi, spring onions, egg, garlic and season with pepper. Stir until well combined.If using a Thermomix: Place the halloumi cheese into the Thermomix bowl and grate for 10 seconds on Speed 8. Add the self-raising flour, spring onions, egg, garlic, zucchini and season with pepper. Mix for 10 seconds on Reverse, Speed 5. Scrape down the sides of the bowl and repeat for a further 5 seconds.
- Heat 1 tbs of the oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Place heaped tablespoons of the mixture into the pan.
- Flatten out with a spatula and cook for 2 minutes on either side or until golden and crispy on the outside (they'll still be deliciously soft on the inside).
- Repeat with the remaining mixture.
Notes
- Squeeze out that zucchini - This is the key to crispy fritters. If the zucchini is too wet, the mixture will be soggy and won’t hold together properly.
- Skip the salt - Halloumi brings plenty of salty goodness, so all you need is a crack of black pepper to season the mix.
- Finish with lemon - A quick squeeze of lemon over the cooked fritters really lifts the flavours and balances the salty halloumi.
- Go gluten-free - Use a gluten-free self-raising flour blend to make this recipe coeliac-friendly.
- Add a little heat - Not cooking for little ones? Try a pinch of chilli flakes or chopped fresh chilli for a bit of spice.
- Make it a meal - Serve your fritters with a green salad, poached egg or smashed avo for a light and satisfying vegetarian meal.
- Add herbs for extra flavour – Try adding a handful of chopped parsley, fresh dill or mint to the mix for a fresh herby twist.
- Add a squeeze of lemon juice over cooked fritters - To complement the salty halloumi.
- Make them gluten-free – Simply swap the self-raising flour for your favourite gluten-free self-raising blend.
- Add some heat – If you're not serving these to young kids, a pinch of chilli flakes or a small amount of finely chopped fresh chilli adds a nice kick!
Lucy says
We absolutely love these fritters in our house!