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Golden brown zucchini fritters in a stack with a dollop of herbed yogurt on top.
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5 from 3 votes

Crispy Vegetarian Zucchini Fritters

Golden brown and crispy on the outside with a similar texture to hash browns, zucchini fritters are the perfect vegetable side or snack!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time18 minutes
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Servings: 6 fritters
Calories: 101kcal
Author: Jessica

Ingredients

  • 3 cups grated zucchini about 3-4 small
  • ¼ cup flour
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1 large clove of garlic minced, or ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 2 scallions white and green parts thinly sliced
  • 1 egg
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • fresh cracked pepper to taste
  • 2-3 tbsp neutral high smoke point oil avocado, vegetable, canola

Instructions

  • Sprinkle salt over grated zucchini in a large bowl and let stand for 10 minutes.
  • Squeeze out as much moisture as possible from zucchini with a clean dish towel.
  • Return squeezed zucchini to bowl and stir in remaining ingredients except oil
  • Heat 2-3 tablespoons oil in a heavy bottom skillet or griddle
  • Carefully spoon ¼ cup size portions of batter onto the hot oil and gently flatten with a spatula.
  • Fry on each side for 3-4 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
  • Remove from pan and drain on paper towels. Serve immediately.

Notes

For a fun twist, these fritters can also be made in the waffle iron!

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 101kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 318mg | Potassium: 198mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 240IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 75mg | Iron: 1mg