Zucchini Fritters With Herb-And-Mozzarella Salad Recipe

Name: Zucchini Fritters With Herb-And-Mozzarella Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 cup finely crumbled cornbread; 1/4 cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons loosely packed lemon zest; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 3/4 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 large egg, lightly beaten; 3 medium zucchini (about 1 1/2 lb.), coarsely shredded; 1/2 cup peanut oil; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 tablespoon drained capers; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 (8-oz.) tub fresh small mozzarella cheese balls, drained; 1/2 cup coarsely chopped assorted fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, and mint)

Servings: persons

1/2 cup finely crumbled cornbread
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons loosely packed lemon zest
1 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 large egg, lightly beaten
3 medium zucchini (about 1 1/2 lb.), coarsely shredded
1/2 cup peanut oil
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon drained capers
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 (8-oz.) tub fresh small mozzarella cheese balls, drained
1/2 cup coarsely chopped assorted fresh herbs (such as parsley, basil, and mint)

1
Stir together first 7 ingredients in a medium bowl. Place one-third of zucchini on two layers of paper towels, and squeeze out excess liquid. Repeat with remaining zucchini, discarding paper towels after each use.
2
Heat peanut oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Stir together zucchini and cornbread mixture.
3
Drop 4 to 5 firmly packed 1/4 cupfuls zucchini mixture into hot oil; press lightly to flatten. Cook 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack over paper towels. Repeat with remaining zucchini mixture.
4
Stir together olive oil and next 2 ingredients; toss with mozzarella and herbs. Top fritters with herb salad before serving.

375

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 cup finely crumbled cornbread, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 2 teaspoons loosely packed lemon zest, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Zucchini Fritters With Herb-And-Mozzarella Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Zucchini Fritters With Herb-And-Mozzarella Salad

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