Easy Zucchini Fritters

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Crispy, golden, and loaded with veggies — these Zucchini Fritters are the perfect way to turn fresh zucchini into a crowd-pleasing snack or side dish. With just a few simple ingredients like eggs, Parmesan, and a touch of flour, you can whip up these savory fritters in minutes. They're pan-fried to perfection and paired with a tangy chive sour cream, then finished with a sprinkle of fresh dill for an herby boost.

Whether you're looking for a healthy appetizer, an easy lunch idea, or a kid-friendly veggie dish, this recipe delivers flavor and texture in every bite. Plus, they’re a great way to use up that extra zucchini sitting in your fridge — and trust me, no one will complain.

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Easy Zucchini Fritters

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Yield: 8-10

Author: Deimante Dabravolskis

Prep time: 15 MinTotal time: 15 Min

Ingredients

• 2 medium zucchini, ends trimmed and grated
• 2 large eggs
• ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
• 2 tbsp all-purpose flour
• ½ tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp salt
• Olive oil for pan-frying
• Fresh dill, garnish

Chive Sour Cream

• ½ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
• 1 tbsp finely chopped fresh chives
• Pinch of salt
• Squeeze of lemon (optional)

Instructions

1. Wash, trim off ends, and grate zucchini and place in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out as much liquid as possible.
2. In a bowl, whisk eggs. Stir in zucchini, Parmesan, flour, garlic powder, and salt. Mix until just combined.
3. Heat a skillet over medium heat and lightly coat with olive oil. Drop spoonfuls of batter and flatten slightly. Cook 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through.
4. Stir together sour cream, chives, salt, and optional lemon juice in a small bowl.
5. Top warm fritters with a dollop of chive sour cream and sprinkle with fresh dill.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

50

Fat (grams)

3 g

Carbs (grams)

2.4 g

Protein (grams)

3 g

Approximate nutrition facts per one fritter.

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