Crispy and Easy Zucchini Fritters Recipe You'll Love

This Crispy and Easy Zucchini Fritters Recipe is a quick snack or impressive side dish that delights friends and family with its perfect crunch.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Resting Time 15

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 fritters

Course: Appetizers

Cuisine: American

Calories: 150

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fritters

2 cups Zucchini grated and excess moisture squeezed out
1 teaspoon Salt for drawing out moisture
1 large Egg or flaxseed/chia egg for vegan
0.5 cups Flour all-purpose or gluten-free
0.25 cups Parmesan optional for flavor
2 cloves Minced Garlic fresh for best flavor
0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper to taste
0.5 teaspoon Paprika adjust for heat preferences
2 tablespoons Olive Oil for frying

For Serving

0.5 cups Tzatziki or Sour Cream for dipping
0.5 cups Marinara Sauce for dipping

Equipment

skillet
colander
Box Grater or Food Processor
Mixing Bowl

Method

Preparation Steps

Wash the zucchini and grate into fine shreds. Set aside.
Sprinkle grated zucchini with salt and let sit for 10-15 minutes to remove moisture.
In a bowl, whisk the egg and gradually add flour, Parmesan, garlic, pepper, and paprika.
Fold the squeezed zucchini into the batter until well mixed.
Form 2-tablespoon patties and place them on a plate.
Heat olive oil in a skillet, then fry fritters for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Transfer cooked fritters to a paper towel-lined plate and serve warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Squeeze zucchini thoroughly for crispiness; can chill shaped fritters before frying for better results.

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