Description
Enjoy crispy and healthy baked zucchini fritters! This easy recipe offers a lighter, oven-baked alternative to traditional fried fritters, perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or a snack. A great way to use garden zucchini!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini, grated
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley, dill, or chives)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Olive oil spray
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and spray with olive oil.
- Grate the zucchini and place it in a colander. Sprinkle with salt and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to remove excess moisture. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
- In a medium bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, flour, Parmesan cheese, egg, herbs, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Spoon the zucchini mixture onto the baking sheet, forming small patties. Flatten each patty with the back of a spoon.
- Spray the tops of the fritters with olive oil spray. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, flipping halfway through.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Squeeze out as much moisture from the zucchini as possible to prevent soggy fritters.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.
- Adjust seasonings to your liking.
- For extra flavor, try adding different cheeses like feta or mozzarella.
- These fritters are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters
- Calories: 85 Kcal
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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