Description
Crispy and delicious zucchini fritters that make a healthy and flavorful addition to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free option)
- 1/2 cup feta or Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or cilantro)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil (for frying)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Zucchini: Wash and grate the zucchini, then squeeze out excess moisture using a kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine grated zucchini, eggs, flour, cheese, garlic, onion, and herbs. Mix until well combined.
- Heat the Skillet: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Form the Fritters: Shape the mixture into patties and place them in the skillet without crowding.
- Fry Until Golden: Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Drain and Serve: Place cooked fritters on a paper towel-lined plate and serve hot with your choice of sauce.
Notes
For a healthier option, bake fritters at 400°F for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through. Be sure to squeeze out the moisture from the zucchini to avoid soggy fritters.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: zucchini fritters, healthy appetizers, gluten-free variations, summer recipes, vegetarian snacks