Cheddar-Zucchini Fritters Recipe

Name: Cheddar-Zucchini Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 small zucchini; 1/4 cup cornstarch; 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese; 2 green onions, thinly sliced; 1 egg white; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; Sauce (optional); 1 lemon (optional); 1/4 cup mayonnaise (optional); 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 400u00b0F.
2
Do not peel zucchini, coarsely grate.
3
Spread out over paper towels, top with more paper towels and press to remove excess water.
4
Turn into a large bowl.
5
Sprinkle with cornstarch, toss to mix.
6
Add cheese and onions, stir to mix.
7
whisk egg, then stir into zucchini mixture along with salt and pepper.
8
Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
9
Scoop about 1/4 cup mixture onto baking sheet, then gently press down.
10
Repeat with remaining mixture.
11
Bake in center of preheated oven until fritters start to firm up and are golden brown on the bottom, about 15 minutes.
12
Turn fritters carefully, they will still be soft at this stage.
13
Continue baking until set and a deep golden on both sides, about 8 more minutes.
14
Let stand a couple minutes to firms up before serving.
15
Sauce:
16
Squeeze 1 tbs juice from lemon into a small bowl.
17
Stir in mayo and mustard.
18
Serve fritters with a dollop of sauce.

372

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 small zucchini, 1/4 cup cornstarch, 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar cheese, 2 green onions, thinly sliced, and more.

Yes, Cheddar-Zucchini Fritters falls under the Vegetarian category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cheddar-Zucchini Fritters

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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