Low Carb Zucchini Fritters: Easy And Simple To Make

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When you’re looking for a low carb recipe to hit the spot and give you a delicious meal then these low carb zucchini fritters are the perfect solution.

Zucchini Fritters are super easy to make and taking just a few minutes of your time you can create low carb zucchini fritters that not only look and taste good but are also good for you. Plus these tasty little morsels will fill you up and keep you feeling full until the next meal, preventing those hunger pangs later on in the day.

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WHAT ARE ZUCCHINI FRITTERS

Zucchini fritters are bits and pieces of fried zucchini, spices and other ingredients. They taste delicious and even better you can enjoy them as a low carb snack or side dish to any meal.

WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS OF EATING ZUCCHINI FRITTERS?

Zucchini fritters are a great source of fiber making them a healthy choice to add to your everyday meal plan.    

Zucchini fritters have been proven to help with weight management because they have the ability to curb cravings, keep you feeling full longer and regulate blood sugar levels. They also promote healthy digestion.    

Eating Zucchini fritters with a meal or as a snack instead of carbohydrate heavy foods can help manage blood sugar levels, which in turn reduces the risk of heart disease, Alzheimer’s disease and Type 2 Diabetes.

what are the calories in Zucchini Fritters?

The calories in Zucchini fritters really depends on the recipe you follow. For this recipe the ingredients makes 5 fritters which are 158 calories each and 4g of unsaturated fat.

THE BEST KIND OF CARROT TO USE FOR ZUCCHINI FRITTERS

The best kind of carrot to use in your low carb zucchini fritters is a medium sized carrot with a lot of color and that has deep orange flesh. Look for carrots with the tops still attached and that have not been peeled. You want to ensure they are not limp or cracked in any way when you purchase them so avoid buying those if possible!

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Ingredients needed for Zucchini fritters

• 1 Grated Carrot
• 1 Grated Zucchini
• 2 Eggs,
• 1\3 cup Panko BREAD CRUMBS
• 1\2 tsp Garlic Powder,
• 1\2 tsp Salt,
• 1\2 tsp Pepper,
• Olive Oil.

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HOW TO MAKE ZUCCHINI FRITTERS

Step one: Grate The Vegetables

Grate zucchini and carrots. Place in dish.

Step Two: Remove Moisture

Squeeze out the moisture.

Step Three: Combine Ingredients

Add carrot, zucchini, panko, egg, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix.

Step Four: Cook Your Fritters

Add oil to the pan. Take the mixture with a medium spoon. Let cook on each side until golden brown.

STep Five: Turn your Fritters

Turn your fritters over to allow them to cook equally on both sides.

Step Six: Serve with Sour Cream

Top with your favorite garnish. We chose sour cream and coriander

CAN YOU MAKE ZUCCHINI FRITTERS IN THE AIR FRYER?

Yes you can! Just place the fritters into the air fryer in a single layer and air fry for 8-10 minutes at 180 degrees. Be sure to turn the fritters half way through to allow them to cook evenly on each side.

WHY EAT ZUCCHINI FRITTERS?

Eating zucchini fritters is a tasty and healthy way of increasing your intake of vegetables. A low carb zucchini fritter recipe is one of the easiest ways to incorporate more veggies into your everyday meal plan.

Can you freeze low carb zucchini fritters? Yes

You can! Freezing zucchini fritters is easy to do. Simply place them into a zip lock bag or air tight container and freeze for up to 6 months.

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About Angela Milnes

Angela Milnes is a Qualified Teacher who has specialised in Preschool and Kindergarten teaching. She has studied nutrition for children and has also taught cooking skills to adults. Angela loves to share family meals and easy instant pot recipes here on The Inspiration Edit. Follow her on Pinterest!