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Healthy Zucchini Fritters Recipe

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These Healthy Zucchini Fritters are a delicious and easy way to enjoy fresh zucchini. Lightly crisp on the outside and tender inside, they are perfect as a snack, side dish, or appetizer. Made with simple ingredients like zucchini, green onions, eggs, and flour, these fritters are sautéed to golden perfection and served warm with a tangy dollop of sour cream. Ideal for a nutritious and satisfying treat, they combine wholesome flavors with a comforting texture.

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lb zucchini (about 2 large or 5 medium)
  • 1 1/2 tsp fine sea salt (divided)
  • 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
  • Olive oil (for sautéing)
  • Sour cream (to serve)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the zucchini: Wash the zucchini and trim off the ends. Grate the zucchini using the large holes of a box grater or a food processor’s grater attachment. Place the grated zucchini in a large mixing bowl, stir in 1 teaspoon of salt, and let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Squeeze out excess water: After 10 minutes, squeeze handfuls of zucchini tightly over the sink to remove extra water. Using cheesecloth to wring it out works best. You should have about 3 1/2 to 4 cups of squeezed dry zucchini. Transfer this to a clean large bowl.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: Add the chopped green onions and lightly beaten eggs to the dry zucchini and mix well.
  4. Combine dry ingredients: In a small bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and black pepper. Add this mixture into the zucchini mixture and stir until combined thoroughly.
  5. Cook the fritters: Heat a large heavy-bottomed cast iron or non-stick skillet over medium heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once hot, drop heaping tablespoons of the zucchini batter onto the skillet and flatten each slightly to form pancake shapes. Sauté for 3-5 minutes per side or until golden brown. Adjust heat as needed to prevent burning and add more olive oil between batches.
  6. Serve: Serve the zucchini fritters warm with a dollop of sour cream on top for added creaminess and flavor.

Notes

  • Removing excess water from the zucchini is crucial to achieve crispy fritters.
  • You can substitute all-purpose flour with gluten-free flour if desired.
  • For a dairy-free option, serve with vegan sour cream or a yogurt alternative.
  • Use a non-stick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent sticking.
  • Adjust seasoning to taste by adding herbs like dill or parsley for extra flavor.

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