Description
These Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fritters are crunchy comfort with a crisp exterior and a tender interior, perfect for casual gatherings or a quick snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchini (about 400 g), grated
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 cup (50 g) finely grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/3 cup (40 g) all-purpose flour
- 2 green onions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for frying if needed
- Optional for serving: Greek yogurt or lemon-garlic aioli, lemon wedges
Instructions
- Grate zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a bowl, combine squeezed zucchini, egg, Parmesan, flour, green onions, garlic, parsley, salt, and pepper. Stir until combined.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat and add olive oil.
- Drop tablespoons of batter into the skillet, flatten slightly, and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Transfer cooked fritters to a wire rack or paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Add oil between batches as needed and continue frying until batter is finished.
- For a baked version, preheat oven to 425°F (220°C), place patties on a baking sheet, and bake for 10–12 minutes, flipping once.
- Serve warm with Greek yogurt or aioli and lemon wedges.
Notes
Make sure to squeeze the zucchini very well to prevent soggy fritters. Test one fritter first to adjust seasoning and oil temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 fritters
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8.5g
- Cholesterol: 70mg