Zucchini and Corn Fritters
Skip the mess and fuss of frying with this baked Zucchini and Corn Fritters recipe. This clean and easy method results in golden fritters with a crispy exterior and a tender, savory interior. Serve them as party appetizer, side dish, or snack!
Servings: 10
Calories: 60kcal
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated zucchini measure before squeezing
- ½ cup frozen corn
- 2 large eggs
- ½ cup seasoned panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons thinly sliced green onion
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or 2 teaspoons dried parsley
- ½ teaspoon dried oregano or 1½ teaspoon fresh oregano
- ½ teaspoon dried basil or 1½ teaspoon fresh basil
- ¼ teaspoon dried thyme leaves or ¾ teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
- ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
- ⅛ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Optional for Serving
- Plain Greek yogurt, sour cream, and/or salsa
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the shredded zucchini between a double layer of paper towels (or cheesecloth) and squeeze over the sink to drain the excess liquid. Set it aside.
- Place the frozen corn in a colander and run cold water over it, tossing it with your fingers, until mostly thawed. Drain well and set aside.
- Add the eggs to a large bowl and whisk lightly. Add the breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, green onion, herbs, salt and pepper and stir well to combine. Fold in the zucchini and corn until well combined.
- Scoop out about 2 heaping tablespoons of the zucchini mixture and set it on the lined baking sheet. Use your hands to shape it into a circle and flatten it to about ¼ -inch thickness. Mixture will be loose in the bowl but should hold together well once pressed together. Repeat to form the remaining fritters - you should have 10 to 11, in total. Coat the top of the fritters with nonstick cooking spray.
- Bake for 15 minutes. Flip and continue to bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet for a few minutes before serving.
- Serve warm with a dollop of plain Greek yogurt, sour cream, or salsa.
Nutrition
Serving: 1fritter | Calories: 60kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Trans Fat: 0.003g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 198mg | Potassium: 132mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 213IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 1mg