Description
Zucchini Fritters are a delightful and crispy treat that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Crafted from fresh zucchini and a handful of simple ingredients, this recipe is not only easy to follow but also incredibly versatile. Whether you enjoy them as an appetizer, side dish, or breakfast option, these fritters are sure to please everyone at your table. With a tender center and crisp edges, they make for a satisfying snack any time of day. Plus, they are great for meal prepโmake a batch ahead of time and enjoy throughout the week!
Ingredients
- 2 lb zucchini
- 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup green onions
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
- Olive oil for sautรฉing
Instructions
- Grate zucchini and mix with salt; let sit for 10 minutes.
- Squeeze out excess water from zucchini.
- Combine zucchini with eggs and green onions in a bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and pepper; add to zucchini mixture.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; drop spoonfuls of batter into the pan and cook until golden brown on both sides.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter (45g)
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Use fresh zucchini for the best flavor. Adjust seasoning to your tasteโtry adding herbs like dill or parsley for extra zest. For a healthier version, bake in the oven at 400ยฐF (200ยฐC) for about 20 minutes.