Courgette and Quinoa Fritters

Directions

1. 1

   Cook the quinoa according to the pack instructions, once cooked, cover with a lid and set aside to cool.

2. 2

   Chop the end off the courgette and grate. Gather in a paper towel and gently squeeze over a sink to remove some of the moisture.

3. 3

   Add the quinoa to a bowl with the courgette, egg, chives, flour, lemon zest and garlic powder. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

4. 4

   The mixture will feel quite wet, but if it feels too wet and won’t hold together, add flour 1 tbsp at a time.

5. 5

   Scoop up a handful of mixture and shape in to a ball by pressing together. It should be somewhere between a golf ball and a tennis ball! Press down lightly to form a disc and place on a chopping board.

6. 6

   Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the fritters and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, until golden and crisp.

7. 7

   Meanwhile, whisk together the sauce ingredients and set aside.

8. 8

   Serve the warm fritters with some salad, the sauce and lemon wedges.