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Zucchini Fritters

Crispy Zucchini Fritters for a Guilt-Free Snack Attack

These Crispy Zucchini Fritters are a delicious high protein, low carb snack, perfect for a guilt-free treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 37 minutes
Servings: 4 fritters
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fritter Base
  • 2 medium Zucchini Grated and salted
  • 1 teaspoon Salt For drawing out moisture
  • 2 large Eggs Beaten
  • 1 cup Chickpea Flour Substitute with oat flour if preferred
  • 0.5 cup Parmesan Grated, or nutritional yeast for dairy-free
  • 2 cloves Garlic Freshly minced
  • 1 pinch Black Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Finely chopped
Optional Extras
  • 1 small Red Onion Chopped, optional
  • 1 medium Shredded Carrot Optional for sweetness

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Colander
  • Mixing bowl
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Grate the zucchini and sprinkle salt over it. Let it sit in a colander for 10 minutes to draw out moisture.
  2. Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (390°F) for 5 minutes.
  3. In a bowl, mix drained zucchini, eggs, chickpea flour, Parmesan, garlic, black pepper, onion powder, and parsley until a thick batter forms.
  4. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with olive oil. Shape batter into patties and place in the basket with space in between.
  5. Spray tops of the fritters with olive oil and air fry for 10-12 minutes. Flip and cook for another 8 minutes until golden.
  6. Let fritters rest for 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritterCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 8gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Drain zucchini well to ensure crispy fritters. Cook in batches in the air fryer and adjust consistency of batter if needed by adding flour.

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