Golden, crispy zucchini fritters pan-fried to perfection with garlic, herbs, and Parmesan. A quick, savory dish perfect for brunch, sides, or vegetarian meals.
2 medium zucchini, grated
2 eggs
¼ cup all-purpose flour (or almond/oat flour)
¼ cup grated Parmesan
¼ cup chopped scallions or onion
¼ cup chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or basil)
1 clove garlic, minced
½ tsp salt (plus extra for draining zucchini)
Black pepper to taste
Olive or avocado oil, for frying
Grate zucchini and sprinkle with ½ tsp salt. Let sit 10–15 minutes, then squeeze out all moisture using a towel.
In a large bowl, combine zucchini, eggs, flour, cheese, garlic, herbs, and seasonings.
Heat oil in skillet over medium heat. Scoop and flatten fritter batter in the pan.
Fry 3–4 minutes per side until golden. Drain on paper towels. Repeat with remaining mixture.
Serve warm with yogurt, sour cream, or your favorite dip.
For baked fritters, bake at 400°F for 20–25 minutes. Make gluten-free with almond or oat flour.