Low Fat Corn Fritters
Transform your brunch menu with these irresistible Low Fat Corn Fritters—crispy, golden bites packed with the natural sweetness of fresh corn kernels and the savoriness of finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, and cilantro. This lightened-up version swaps traditional frying for a lightly greased skillet, ensuring a healthier twist while still delivering big flavors. Powered by a blend of all-purpose flour and cornmeal, these fritters boast a fluffy texture with a subtle crunch, while egg whites and buttermilk lend them their signature lightness. Ready in just 30 minutes, these fritters make a guilt-free snack or a delicious side dish. Serve them hot with salsa, low-fat sour cream, or a fresh salad for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Perfect for those seeking healthy comfort food recipes!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh corn kernels
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup cornmeal
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon baking soda
- 3 egg whites
- 0.5 cup buttermilk
- 0.5 cup onion, finely chopped
- 0.25 cup green bell pepper, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 as needed cooking spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the corn kernels, all-purpose flour, cornmeal, baking powder, and baking soda. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until slightly frothy. Add the buttermilk and mix until combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir until just combined; do not overmix.
Add the finely chopped onion, green bell pepper, cilantro, salt, and black pepper to the batter. Fold in until the vegetables are evenly distributed.
Preheat a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat and lightly coat with cooking spray.
Using a spoon or small ladle, drop about 2 tablespoons of batter into the pan for each fritter, leaving space between each one.
Cook for about 3-4 minutes on the first side, or until bubbles form on the surface and the edges look dry. Flip the fritters and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Remove the cooked fritters from the pan and keep warm. Repeat with the remaining batter, reapplying cooking spray as necessary.
Serve the corn fritters hot, with your choice of accompaniments, such as salsa, a dollop of low-fat sour cream, or a fresh salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.7 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 2310 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 223.3 g | 81% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.6 g | ||
| Protein | 42.2 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 195 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 8.2 mg | 46% | |
| Potassium | 1838 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
