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Crunchy, flavorful zucchini fritters loaded with nutrients, perfect for any occasion or meal.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: About 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchinis, grated
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/4 cup oat flour (or almond flour)
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
  • 1/4 cup plain Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
  • 1 garlic clove, finely minced
  • 1/4 tsp sea salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano or thyme
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
  • 1 tbsp olive oil or olive oil spray for pan-frying

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchinis using a box grater or food processor.
  2. Let the grated zucchini sit a few minutes to help draw out moisture.
  3. Wrap the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and wring out as much liquid as possible.
  4. In a large bowl, mix the drained zucchini with eggs, oat flour (or almond flour), Greek yogurt or cottage cheese, minced garlic, Parmesan (optional), sea salt, black pepper, dried oregano or thyme, and chopped parsley or dill until combined.
  5. Let the batter rest briefly to meld flavors (optional).
  6. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
  7. Scoop about 1/4 cup of the mixture per fritter into the skillet and gently flatten with a spatula, cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  8. Cook each fritter 3–4 minutes per side until golden-brown, crispy, and cooked through.
  9. Transfer cooked fritters to paper towels to drain excess oil before serving.
  10. Optional: to bake, preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake fritters 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp.
  11. Optional: alternatively, air-fry fritters until crispy according to your air fryer’s instructions.

Notes

Feel free to mix in your favorite herbs and spices., Serve with Greek yogurt or a cool tzatziki for a tasty dip., Let your grated zucchini sit for a few minutes after grating to draw out moisture for crisper fritters., Do not overcrowd the pan when frying to avoid steaming and soggy fritters., Batter can be refrigerated for a day; cooked fritters keep for a few days and can be frozen for up to three months., To make vegan, substitute eggs with flax eggs (1 tablespoon flaxseed meal mixed with 2.5 tablespoons water per egg)., Baking or air-frying are lighter alternatives to pan-frying.

  • Author: Laura
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 80
  • Fat: 4g
  • Carbohydrates: 7g
  • Protein: 4g