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Zucchini Corn Fritters

These delicious zucchini corn fritters are a healthy snack or light meal, easy to prepare and packed with flavor.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 10 fritters
Course: Light Meal, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Fritter Base
  • 1 pound zucchini (about 2 medium zucchini, trimmed and shredded)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 2 ears corn (kernels sliced off cobs)
  • 1 ounce grated Parmesan cheese (about 1/4 cup)
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose or almond flour Substituting with almond flour creates a gluten-free option.
  • 2 scallions thinly sliced
  • 2 large eggs (lightly beaten)
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 3 teaspoons white wine vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Tomato Salad
  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes
  • 1 scallion thinly sliced

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. Line a sheet pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  2. Place the shredded zucchini in a colander and toss it with 1 teaspoon of kosher salt. Let it sit for 15 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
  3. After 15 minutes, squeeze out any remaining water from the zucchini using paper towels.
Mixing and Forming Fritters
  1. In a large bowl, combine the squeezed zucchini, corn kernels, grated Parmesan cheese, flour, sliced scallions, lightly beaten eggs, and black pepper. Mix until well combined.
  2. Scoop the mixture by the 1/4-cupful onto the prepared sheet pan. Lightly press down each mound to form a 3-inch-diameter disc.
  3. Leave about 2 inches of space between each fritter.
Baking
  1. Bake the fritters until they are lightly golden brown, which should take about 8-10 minutes per side.
Tomato Salad Preparation
  1. While the fritters are baking, prepare the tomato salad by whisking together the minced garlic, white wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  2. Add the cherry tomatoes and scallions, and stir to combine.
Serving
  1. Serve the crispy fritters hot with the refreshing tomato salad on the side.

Notes

These fritters can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to three days. They freeze well for up to three months. For added health, consider serving with mixed greens or a light yogurt sauce.