Zucchini Corn Fritters: A Healthy Snack You’ll Love!
Zucchini Corn Fritters are a delicious and healthy snack made with fresh zucchini and sweet corn, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 1 cup sweet corn, fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup cornmeal
- 2 large eggs
- 1/4 cup green onions, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Oil for frying
Instructions
- Grate the zucchinis and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, sweet corn, flour, cornmeal, eggs, green onions, baking powder, salt, and pepper.
- Mix until well combined.
- Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the skillet and flatten slightly.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown.
- Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.
- Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend.
- These fritters can be baked instead of fried for a healthier option.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg