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Zucchini Fritters Recipe

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  • Author: Emily
  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 25 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These crispy Zucchini Fritters are a delicious way to enjoy zucchini. They are packed with flavor from green onions and seasoned perfectly. Serve with a dollop of sour cream for a delightful appetizer or side dish.


Ingredients

Scale

  • 2 lb zucchini, about 2 large or 5 medium
  • 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt, divided
  • 2 large eggs, lightly beaten
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • olive oil for sautéing
  • sour cream, to serve

Instructions

  1. Grate Zucchini: Grate zucchini and toss with 1 tsp salt. Let sit for 10 minutes then squeeze out excess moisture.
  2. Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine zucchini, eggs, green onions, flour, baking powder, remaining salt, and pepper.
  3. Cook Fritters: Heat olive oil in a pan, scoop mixture into patties, and cook until golden brown on both sides.
  4. Serve: Serve hot with sour cream on the side.

Notes

  • You can add grated cheese or herbs for extra flavor.
  • For a healthier option, try baking the fritters instead of frying.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fritter
  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 500 mg
  • Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 14 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 4 g
  • Cholesterol: 45 mg