Zucchini Scallion Fritters
Crispy, golden, and bursting with fresh flavor, these Zucchini Scallion Fritters are a quick and delicious way to transform simple ingredients into a savory treat. Grated zucchini is combined with thinly sliced scallions, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic to create perfectly balanced fritters that are pan-fried to crunchy perfection. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a short 10-minute cook time, they’re an easy and versatile option for breakfast, brunch, or even a light dinner. Serve these fritters warm with a dollop of sour cream or yogurt for a creamy contrast, or pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for a tasty appetizer. Packed with nutrients and easy to customize, these zucchini fritters are the ideal recipe for a satisfying, veggie-forward dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini
- 4 stalks scallions
- 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 0.25 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Grate the zucchini using a box grater and place it in a large mixing bowl.
Sprinkle the grated zucchini with 1/2 teaspoon of salt and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
Meanwhile, thinly slice the scallions and set them aside.
After 10 minutes, use a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to squeeze out as much liquid as possible from the zucchini. Return the drained zucchini to the mixing bowl.
Add the sliced scallions, flour, eggs, Parmesan cheese, remaining salt, black pepper, and garlic powder to the zucchini. Mix until well combined.
Heat 2-3 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the zucchini mixture per fritter and gently flatten it in the skillet. Repeat, leaving space between each fritter.
Cook the fritters for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy. Work in batches if necessary, adding more oil as needed.
Transfer the cooked fritters to a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Serve the fritters warm with sour cream, yogurt, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
985 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.4 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 14.0 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 392 mg | 131% | |
| Sodium | 6583 mg | 286% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.9 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 32.1 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.1 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 394 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 7.3 mg | 41% | |
| Potassium | 1246 mg | 27% | |
*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.
