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zucchini carrot fritters

Zucchini Carrot Fritters

Charlotte Miller
Crispy and nutritious zucchini carrot fritters, perfect for breakfast, appetizers, or side dishes. Quick to prepare and packed with vitamins, these versatile fritters are a crowd-pleaser.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Brunch, Side Dish
Cuisine Vegetarian
Servings 4 fritters
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Vegetables

  • 2 cups zucchini, grated firm, medium-sized, squeeze out excess moisture
  • 1 cup carrots, grated firm, bright orange, squeeze out excess moisture

Batter

  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 egg
  • 0.25 cup milk
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Optional Add-Ins

  • 2 tbsp fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives) finely chopped, optional
  • 0.25 cup Parmesan or cheddar cheese grated, optional

Instructions
 

Prepare the Vegetables

  • Wash and grate zucchini and carrots using a box grater or food processor.
  • Sprinkle grated vegetables with salt and let sit in a colander for 15-20 minutes to draw out moisture.
  • Squeeze out excess water using hands or a clean kitchen towel.

Mix the Batter

  • In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, salt, and black pepper.
  • In a separate bowl, mix egg, milk, and optional lemon zest.
  • Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until just combined; avoid overmixing.
  • Fold in grated zucchini, carrots, and optional herbs or cheese.
  • Let batter rest for 10 minutes.

Cook the Fritters

  • Heat a skillet over medium heat with 1/4 inch of oil (light olive oil or avocado oil recommended).
  • Drop spoonfuls of batter into the hot oil, flattening slightly, and cook 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  • Transfer fritters to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.

Notes

  • Ensure vegetables are well-drained to avoid soggy fritters.
  • Use a high smoke point oil like light olive oil or avocado oil for best results.
  • Experiment with dipping sauces like Greek yogurt, sriracha mayo, or cucumber-dill dip.
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