12 Zucchini Fritter Recipes You Can’t Mess Up

Classic Zucchini Fritters with Garlic Yogurt Sauce

These classic zucchini fritters are crispy, golden, and perfectly paired with a tangy garlic yogurt sauce.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, grated
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1 egg
• 1 clove garlic, minced
• Olive oil for frying
• 1/2 cup plain yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste

Cooking method:

1. Sprinkle the grated zucchini with salt and let it sit for 10 minutes. Then, squeeze out the excess moisture.
2. In a bowl, mix together the zucchini, flour, Parmesan, egg, and garlic until well combined.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan and flatten them slightly.
4. Fry until golden brown on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. For the sauce, mix yogurt, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
6. Serve the fritters hot with the garlic yogurt sauce on the side.

Spicy Corn and Zucchini Fritters

Add a kick to your fritters with this spicy corn and zucchini variation, perfect for a summer appetizer.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, grated
• 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1/4 cup cornmeal
• 1 egg
• 2 green onions, chopped
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. Combine grated zucchini and corn kernels in a bowl, then add chili powder, flour, cornmeal, egg, and green onions.
2. Mix until well combined.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan and flatten each slightly.
4. Cook until golden and crispy on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Serve warm, optionally with a dollop of sour cream or salsa.

Cheesy Zucchini and Carrot Fritters

These cheesy zucchini and carrot fritters are a delicious way to sneak in some extra veggies.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium zucchini, grated
• 1 large carrot, grated
• 1/2 cup grated cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. Mix the grated zucchini and carrot in a bowl, then add cheddar cheese, flour, egg, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir until the ingredients are well combined.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the skillet, flattening them slightly.
4. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden and cooked through.
5. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

Mediterranean Zucchini Fritters

Infused with Mediterranean flavors, these zucchini fritters are fresh and flavorful.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, grated
• 1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 egg
• Olive oil for frying
• Lemon wedges for serving

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, mix the grated zucchini with feta cheese, mint, flour, and egg.
2. Stir the ingredients until well combined.
3. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Place spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan, flattening them slightly.
4. Fry until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Serve warm with lemon wedges.

Gluten-Free Zucchini Fritters

For those avoiding gluten, these gluten-free zucchini fritters are just as satisfying as the original.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, grated
• 1/2 cup chickpea flour
• 1 egg
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. Combine grated zucchini, chickpea flour, egg, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Mix until the ingredients are well combined.
3. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan, pressing them down lightly.
4. Cook each side for 3-4 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Serve warm, with your choice of dipping sauce.

Zucchini and Sweet Potato Fritters

For a sweet and savory twist, try these zucchini and sweet potato fritters.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium zucchini, grated
• 1 medium sweet potato, grated
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 egg
• 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
• Salt to taste
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. Combine zucchini, sweet potato, flour, egg, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
2. Stir until well mixed.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Take spoonfuls of the mixture and form them into fritters in the pan.
4. Cook until golden and crispy on each side, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Serve hot with a side of maple syrup or honey.

Zucchini and Quinoa Fritters

These protein-packed zucchini and quinoa fritters are both nutritious and filling.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup cooked quinoa
• 2 medium zucchinis, grated
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 1/4 cup flour
• 2 eggs
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. Mix cooked quinoa, grated zucchini, Parmesan, flour, eggs, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
2. Combine the ingredients until evenly mixed.
3. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan, flattening slightly.
4. Cook until golden and set, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Serve hot, optionally with a dollop of Greek yogurt.

Herbed Zucchini Fritters

These herbed zucchini fritters are fragrant and filled with fresh herbs for a garden-fresh taste.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, grated
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 egg
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, combine grated zucchini, dill, parsley, flour, egg, salt, and pepper.
2. Mix until everything is well combined.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Drop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan, flattening them slightly.
4. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden and fragrant.
5. Serve immediately, garnished with additional herbs if desired.

Zucchini and Potato Fritters

A comforting mix of zucchini and potato makes these fritters a hearty treat.

Ingredients:

• 1 medium zucchini, grated
• 1 large potato, grated
• 1/4 cup flour
• 1 egg
• 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. Mix grated zucchini and potato in a bowl, then add flour, egg, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir until well combined.
3. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Spoon portions of the mixture into the pan, flattening slightly.
4. Fry until crispy and golden, about 3-4 minutes per side.
5. Serve hot, perhaps with a dollop of sour cream.

Savory Zucchini Pancakes

Perfect for brunch, these savory zucchini pancakes are fluffy and delightful.

Ingredients:

• 2 medium zucchinis, grated
• 1/2 cup flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 2 eggs
• 1/4 cup milk
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Olive oil for frying

Cooking method:

1. In a bowl, mix grated zucchini with flour, baking powder, eggs, milk, salt, and pepper.
2. Stir until the batter is smooth and well combined.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Pour small amounts of batter into the pan to form pancakes.
4. Cook until bubbles form on the surface and the edges are set, then flip and cook the other side for 2-3 minutes.
5. Serve warm, with your choice of toppings such as sour cream or salsa.