Description
These crispy and flavorful zucchini patties are a perfect vegetarian appetizer made with fresh grated zucchini, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic. Lightly fried to golden perfection, they make an ideal summer snack or side dish, served warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
Zucchini Mixture
- 2 medium zucchinis (about 2 cups grated)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
For Frying
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the zucchini: Grate the zucchinis and place them in a colander. Sprinkle with salt and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then squeeze out as much liquid as possible using a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth.
- Make the batter: In a large bowl, combine the drained zucchini, chopped onion, grated Parmesan cheese, flour, breadcrumbs, egg, garlic powder, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until a well-combined batter forms.
- Heat the oil: Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat to prepare for frying the patties.
- Form and cook patties: Scoop about 2 tablespoons of the zucchini mixture for each patty and flatten it slightly. Place the patties carefully into the hot skillet and cook for 3 to 4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Drain and serve: Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and place them on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb any excess oil. Serve the patties warm.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour and breadcrumbs with almond flour.
- Add chopped fresh herbs such as dill or parsley to the batter for extra flavor.
- These patties pair well with sour cream or Greek yogurt as a dipping sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 patties
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg
