The Best Quick & Easy Zucchini Fritters

There’s something incredibly satisfying about shredded vegetables and cheese turned into crispy, golden pancakes. Zucchini fritters are simple, tasty, and a great way to use extra produce from the garden or leftovers from the fridge. They’re also perfect as a light meal, a side dish, or a healthy snack.

To make these delicious low-carb fritters you only need to remove excess moisture from the zucchini, then combine it with egg, cheese, almond flour, and seasonings. Fry the patties in a little olive oil until crispy and golden and you’ll have a quick, healthy treat ready in minutes.

Zucchini is my favorite veggie to use for fritters because it’s affordable, mild in flavor, and easy to shred.

Instructions

Follow these simple steps to make crisp, flavorful low-carb zucchini fritters using just a few pantry staples.

Step 1Grate the zucchini and remove excess moisture. Use a cheesecloth or a clean dish towel to squeeze out liquid. Alternatively, place shredded zucchini in a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl for about 10 minutes and press down with paper towels to extract more water. Removing moisture is key for crispy edges and firmer fritters.

Step 2In a medium bowl, combine the drained zucchini with the eggs, Parmesan, almond flour, garlic salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture holds together. For a different flavor, try adding a pinch of onion powder, smoked paprika, or a little cayenne.

Step 3Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Scoop about 1/4 cup of the mixture per fritter into the hot oil, then press gently with the back of a spoon to flatten into a pancake shape. Cook 2–3 minutes per side, or until each side is golden and crisp.

Step 4Transfer cooked fritters to a paper-towel-lined plate to drain briefly, then serve warm with sour cream, ranch, or your favorite dipping sauce. These fritters are packed with protein and fiber and work well as a snack, side, or light vegetarian meal.

Easy Keto Zucchini Fritters (Low Carb Recipe)

If you want quick, healthy low-carb recipes, zucchini fritters are a fantastic choice. They fry up in minutes and make a satisfying snack, side, or vegetarian meal.

Course: Main Course, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: healthy, keto, low carb, vegetarian, zucchini recipes

Servings: 4

Ingredients

Keto Zucchini Fritters Recipe

• 2 medium zucchini (about 4 cups shredded)
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan
• 2 tbsp almond flour (heaping)
• 1/2 tsp garlic salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions

• Grate the zucchini and drain excess moisture by squeezing in a cheesecloth or pressing in a fine-mesh strainer. For best results, press with paper towels to remove extra liquid.
• In a medium bowl, mix the drained zucchini with Parmesan, eggs, almond flour, garlic salt, and black pepper until combined.
• Heat oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, drop 1/4-cup portions into the pan and flatten with a spoon to form patties.
• Fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2–3 minutes per side. Drain briefly and serve warm.

Notes

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