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Healthy Zucchini Fritters Recipe

Healthy Zucchini Fritters Recipe

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  • Author: Lauren
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 10 fritters 1x
  • Category: Appetizer/Side Dish
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Learn how to make delicious and healthy zucchini fritters that are gluten-free and packed with flavor. These crispy fritters are a perfect snack or side dish for any occasion.


Ingredients

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Zucchini Fritters:

  • 3 cups zucchini, ~2 large zucchinis, grated and squeezed
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs, whisked
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 cup oat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
  • 23 tablespoons olive oil

Tzatziki Sauce:

  • Use this recipe for easy tzatziki sauce

Instructions

  1. Prepare Zucchini: Grate zucchinis and sprinkle with salt. Drain excess moisture.
  2. Mix Batter: Combine zucchini, oat flour, eggs, garlic, feta, salt, pepper, and baking powder.
  3. Cook Fritters: Heat oil, spoon batter onto pan, flatten, and cook until golden brown and crisp.
  4. Serve: Enjoy with tzatziki sauce.

Notes

  • HOMEMADE OAT FLOUR: Blend rolled oats to make flour.
  • AIR FRYER: Cook at 375°F for 8-10 minutes.
  • OVEN: Bake at 400°F for 20 minutes.
  • YELLOW SUMMER SQUASH: Use as a zucchini alternative.
  • FETA CHEESE: Substitute with parmesan or omit for dairy-free.
  • STORAGE: Refrigerate for 4-5 days.
  • REHEATING: Pan-fry or air fry for best texture.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fritter
  • Calories: 77 kcal
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 204mg
  • Fat: 5g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4g
  • Trans Fat: 1g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 3g
  • Cholesterol: 35mg