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Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fritters

Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fritters – The Ultimate Recipe Guide 🥒

These Crispy Parmesan Zucchini Fritters are the perfect combination of golden brown crunch and cheesy goodness! Made with fresh zucchini, grated Parmesan cheese, and a hint of garlic, these fritters are quick, easy, and incredibly delicious. They make a great appetizer, snack, or side dish, and can be served with sour cream, tzatziki, or marinara sauce for extra flavor.

Whether you fry them in a pan, bake them, or air-fry them for a healthier alternative, these zucchini fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Enjoy them hot and fresh with your favorite dip!

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 10 fritters

Ingredients

🥒 Fritter Batter:

  • 🥒 2 medium zucchinis, grated and drained
  • 🥚 1 large egg
  • 🧀 ½ cup Parmesan cheese, grated
  • 🌾 5 tablespoons all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour alternative)
  • 🧄 ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 🧅 ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • 🧂 Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 🌿 1 tablespoon chopped parsley (optional)

🥘 For Cooking:

  • 🥄 2 tablespoons olive oil (or avocado oil for crispier fritters)

🌶️ Optional Garnishes:

  • 🥄 Extra Parmesan cheese for topping
  • 🍋 Sour cream or Greek yogurt for dipping
  • 🌿 Fresh herbs (basil, parsley, or chives)

Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Zucchini

✅ Grate the zucchini 🥒 using a box grater or food processor.
✅ Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt and let sit for 10 minutes.
✅ Wrap in a clean towel and squeeze out excess water 💦 to prevent sogginess.

2️⃣ Make the Batter

✅ In a large mixing bowl, whisk the egg 🥚.
✅ Add the grated zucchini, Parmesan cheese, flour, garlic powder, and onion powder.
✅ Stir until well combined, forming a thick batter.

3️⃣ Cook the Fritters

✅ Heat 2 tablespoons oil 🥄 in a large skillet over medium heat.
✅ Scoop about 1 tablespoon of batter per fritter into the pan.
✅ Flatten slightly with a spoon and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown.

4️⃣ Serve & Enjoy

✅ Transfer to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
✅ Sprinkle with extra Parmesan cheese 🧀.
✅ Serve immediately with sour cream, Greek yogurt, or marinara sauce 🍅.

💡 For a healthier option, try baking or air frying!

Notes

  • Make it extra crispy 🌟: Use Panko breadcrumbs in place of flour.
  • Dairy-free option 🥥: Swap Parmesan for nutritional yeast.
  • Spicy version 🌶️: Add red pepper flakes or chopped jalapeños to the batter.
  • Baked version 🍽️: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Air fryer method 🍽️: Air-fry at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.
  • Author: Astrid
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer, Snack, Side Dish
  • Method: Pan-fried / Baked / Air-fried
  • Cuisine: Italian, Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fritter
  • Calories: 120 kcal
  • Sugar: 1 g
  • Sodium: 250 mg
  • Fat: 7 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 9 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 5 g
  • Cholesterol: 40 mg