Zucchini Fritters

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Zucchini Fritters are perfect for a fast and easy snack, light lunch, side dish, or even a breakfast side. They are low in calories, low carb, unbelievably easy to make – and a great way to sneak some veggies in. Top with sour cream, cheddar cheese or even green onions. There are so many great options for zucchini like my Fried Zucchini or Zucchini Enchiladas.

Why You’ll Love This Zucchini Fritter Recipe

When I think of a fritter, my mind thinks “apple fritters“. But, in this case, we are taking shredded zucchini and adding it to a batter made of onion, flour, egg, and fresh herbs, and then deep frying them to golden brown perfection. These crispy zucchini fritters are such a great way to use up all of those summer zucchini that are taking over your garden! Because we’re using just a little bit of flour, instead of bread crumbs…these are also naturally low carb!

How to Make Zucchini Fritters

Making Zucchini Fritters is easy and takes only 15 minutes from start to finish! For full recipe details, see the printable recipe card down below.

Make Fritter Batter

Grate zucchini into a large bowl (I use a medium the large holes of a box grater, but feel free to use a food processor as well). Place shredded zucchini into a clean tea towel or paper towels and squeeze excess moisture out, ringing until you get as much liquid out as possible. You should then have about one cup of zucchini. The zucchini is ready to go when you have gotten as much water out as possible. We want DRY zucchini for frying.

Place zucchini into a large bowl. Stir in onion, egg, all purpose flour, baking powder, salt, black pepper, parmesan cheese, and any herbs until combined.

Fry the Fritters

Over medium heat to medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of olive oil and and 1 tablespoon of butter in large skillet. Drop batter by the tablespoonful into hot pan, flattening out to be 3-4 inches in diameter, 1/4-1/8 inch thick.

Cook for 1 minute or so until the bottoms are deep brown and then flip. Gently press. Cook for 30 more seconds, remove to a paper towel-lined plate to catch the excess oil, and season with more salt. Melt more oil and butter into the hot pan and repeat until no more batter remains.

Serve fritters warm with desired toppings (see ideas below).

What to Serve with Zucchini Fritters

Pair these delicious little gems with a zesty dip, sour cream or throw them into a salad. Other ideas include pairing them with a protein or an Italian dish:

• Baked Salmon
• Baked Chicken Legs
• Grilled Flank Steak
• Baked Cod Recipes
• Cheese Tortellini with Chicken
• Lasagna Cups

Zucchini Fritter Topping Ideas

While these are delicious the way they are, here are some common topping ideas to garnish your fritters. Feel free to use whatever sounds good to you!

• sour cream
• Tzatziki Sauce
• Remoulade Sauce
• Tartar Sauce
• Russian Dressing
• Southwest Dressing
• grated cheddar cheese
• green onions
• Lemon juice + lemon zest

Why are My Fritters Soggy?

Zucchini holds a lot of moisture. This is why zucchini is so great in baked goods! But even in baked goods, you need to soak up most of the moisture, or you’ll have a soggy end result. The easiest way to do this is to lay a few paper towels over the top of your grated zucchini and press down gently to absorb the extra water. Or wrap in a cheesecloth or tea towel and squeeeeeeze!

Storing Zucchini Fritters

Zucchini Fritters are best eaten the day they are made, but the good news is that you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for 2-3 days. Beyond that, they get mushy and basically fall apart.

Can I Freeze Zucchini Fritters?

Yes! These work great for a make ahead appetizer. After they have cooled completely, transfer to a sheet pan and line single layer with fritters. Place into the freezer for a few hours until frozen solid. After completely frozen, place them into a freezer safe airtight bag or container. Fritters will stay fresh for 2 months in the freezer. Thaw before reheating in oven, skillet, or air fryer.

Love Zucchini? Give These Zucchini Recipes a Try:

• Lemon Zucchini Cookies
• Zucchini Bread
• Zucchini Brownies
• Fried Zucchini
• Sausage and Peppers Stuffed Zucchini Boats
• Chocolate Zucchini Cupcakes with Chocolate Frosting

So easy, right? I love a simple way to get more veggies into a meal. The printable recipe card is below. Be sure to save/print/bookmark or share this recipe. Have a fantastic day, friends!

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