Description
Crispy gluten-free zucchini fritters that are light, flavorful, and perfect as a snack or side dish. These fritters are pan-fried to golden perfection with simple, wholesome ingredients.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchini, grated
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup gluten-free flour
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (such as parsley or chives)
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini and place it in a clean towel. Squeeze out as much moisture as possible.
- Transfer the drained zucchini to a bowl and mix with salt, egg, gluten-free flour, Parmesan, herbs, garlic, and pepper until combined.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop small portions of the mixture into the pan and flatten slightly into fritters.
- Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crisp.
- Remove from the pan and place on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
- Serve warm.
Notes
- Make sure to remove as much moisture from the zucchini as possible to keep fritters crisp.
- You can substitute Parmesan with a dairy-free alternative if needed.
- Serve with yogurt sauce, sour cream, or a squeeze of lemon.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in a skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan Fry
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
