Oven-Fresh Zucchini Fritters with Herb Magic
These oven-baked zucchini fritters are a delightful and healthy alternative to traditional fried versions. With their crispy exterior and juicy interior, they make for a perfect snack or side dish.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 25 mins
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g zucchini, coarsely grated
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 egg
- 100 g flour
- 50 g parmesan, grated (optional)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Oil for the baking sheet (e.g., olive oil)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
- Grate the zucchini coarsely and place it in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze the zucchini well to remove excess moisture.
- In a large bowl, mix the grated zucchini with the finely chopped onion. Add the egg and stir everything well.
- Add the flour, salt, and pepper to the zucchini mixture and mix thoroughly until a homogeneous mass forms. If desired, stir in the parmesan.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly drizzle it with oil.
- Form small fritters (about 2-3 cm thick) from the zucchini mixture and place them on the baking sheet, leaving enough space between them for even cooking.
- Bake the zucchini fritters in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, flipping them halfway through for even browning. They are done when golden brown and crispy.
- After baking, let the fritters cool slightly and serve warm. They taste excellent with a yogurt dip or homemade herb cream.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Ensure to squeeze out enough moisture from the zucchini to achieve the right consistency. You can also experiment with the ratios of zucchini and flour for different textures.