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Vegan zucchini fritters served with a dollop of vegan sour cream and topped with parsley.
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Easy Vegan Zucchini Fritters

Easy Vegan Zucchini Fritters made with just 8 ingredients in 30 minutes. Crisp on the outside, tender on the inside, full of flavor, and perfect for a quick and delicious plant-based meal.
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Main Dish, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan
Servings: 12 fritters
Calories: 91kcal
Author: Iosune

Ingredients

  • 1 pound zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 spring onions chopped, about ¼ cup
  • 3 tablespoons vegan butter melted
  • 2 tablespoons oil for frying I used extra virgin olive oil
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Instructions

  • Trim the ends of the zucchini and grate it using the large holes of a box grater or the grater attachment on a food processor. Transfer it to a bowl.
  • Sprinkle with salt, mix, and let sit for 10 minutes to release moisture.
  • Using your hands, squeeze out as much water as possible and transfer the zucchini back to the same bowl. This step is crucial to keep the fritters crispy!
  • Add flour, baking powder, black pepper, and spring onions. Mix well. The mixture will be crumbly.
  • Add in the melted vegan butter and stir until the mixture forms a thick batter.
  • Heat the oil in a pan and drop 1-2 tablespoons of zucchini mixture per fritter (a cookie scoop works well). Flatten each with the back of a spoon or spatula.
  • Cook on medium heat for 2-4 minutes per side, until golden and crispy. Repeat with the remaining batter, adding more oil if needed.
  • Serve warm with a dollop of vegan sour cream, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Notes

  • Squeeze out excess moisture: After grating the zucchini, use a kitchen towel to remove as much water as possible to keep the fritters crispy, not soggy.
  • Don’t overcrowd the pan: Fry the fritters in small batches to ensure they cook evenly and get golden and crispy on all sides.
  • Preheat the oil: Make sure the oil is hot before adding the batter. This helps the fritters cook faster and get that perfect crispy exterior.
  • Flip carefully: Use a spatula to gently flip the fritters once they’re golden brown on the first side to avoid breaking them apart.
  • Let them rest on a wire rack: After frying, place the fritters on a wire rack instead of paper towels to drain excess oil and keep them crispy.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fritter | Calories: 91kcal | Carbohydrates: 9g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 1g | Sodium: 256mg | Potassium: 117mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 96IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 29mg | Iron: 1mg