Zucchini Patties
Zucchini Patties, one of the best ways to use up summer Zucchini, fast and easy, onions, parmesan and spices make these so deliciously tasty, the perfect appetizer or side dish.
Well now with the start of summer and the start of all those zucchini that could be heading your way, this is one recipe you are going to want to try. Easy Zucchini Fritters.
I have Baked it, Grilled it, I have made it with Pasta and turned it into a Dessert Loaf. And now it is time to shine with Patties. So hello to the do-all-veggie of the summer.
These fritters are the perfect recipe for some of those bigger zucchini that you may have hanging around and not quite sure what to do with it! How many have we discovered hidden under some of those huge zucchini leaves. There are always a few that get away from us!
How to make them
In a medium bowl mix together all ingredients except for the olive oil.
In a medium to large frying pan over medium heat, add the olive oil. Drop a heaping tablespoon full of the zucchini mixture, cook until browned on both sides. Drain on a paper towel lined plate and serve.
What is the best sauce?
I like to serve a side of mayo and green onion mixture, or a garlic aioli, some like a dollop of sour cream or even a yogurt dip would work.
Making the perfect patties
Grate the zucchini then with clean hands, squeeze the grated zucchini well to remove as much as possible of the excess moisture, then place in the bowl.
How to store them
Any leftover fritters should be stored in the fridge in an air tight container. They will keep for about 4 days.
Can they be frozen?
Yes they can be frozen, be sure to cook them first, drain on a paper towel, let them cool completely then place them in a freezer safe bag or container. They will keep up to 2 months in the freezer if properly stored. They can be re-heated in the oven, microwave or in a frying pan.
If you make them small enough they could become an easy appetizer, bigger they become the perfect quick, weekday meal. Serve with a dipping sauce if desired, add simple salad and there you have Zucchini Fritters the perfect summer dinner idea. Buon Appetito!
Zucchini Patties
Ingredients
- 2 cups grated zucchini well-drained* (approximately 3 medium zucchini)
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped onion
- 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (25 grams)
- 1/4 cup flour (32 grams)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1/4 teaspoon oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1-2 dashes black pepper
- 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
*wring out excess moisture with hands
Instructions
- In a medium bowl mix together all ingredients except for the olive oil.
- In a medium to large frying pan over medium heat, heat the olive oil. Drop a heaping large spoonful of the mixture, cook until browned on both sides.
- Drain on a paper towel lined plate for a couple of seconds then serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
Updated from August 12, 2015
Definitely going to try these, but I have a bit of Parmesan PTSD from a prior measurement mishap. Is there an alternative cheese you could recommend? Thank you!
Hi Lynn, sorry you had that experience, you could try an aged white cheddar or asiago. Hope that helps. Take care!
This is fantastic!!! Just made this evening for appetizers! Easy and has that old Italian flavor, reminds me of my grandmother’s Christmas gathering….use a very good olive oil to serve with fresh ground pepper and a sprinkle of Parmesan. Mmmmmm
Hi Jody, thanks so much, so glad they were enjoyed. Take care and have a great weekend!
HI, I will be trying these tonight, curious as to the mayo in the recipe, what does it do ?
Hi Suzana, the mayo helps with the taste and binding the ingredients. Hope that helps. Take care!
I made these for dinner last night and they were wonderful! I had a side salad of thinly sliced heirloom tomatoes with EVOO, s&p, and fresh basil. Since it was 107 yesterday, it was the perfect meal. Added to my faves❤️❤️❤️
Hi Margaret, thanks so much, glad you enjoyed them. I know we are living in that heat also. It is the worst. Give me a pile of snow any day! Take care.
I live Zucchini fritters, the only change I made was to substitute the mayonaisse for Greek yoghurt as I absolutely hate Mayo.
I served them with Salsa & sour cream. Delicious.
Hi Jenny, thanks so much, glad you liked good to know about using greek yogurt. Take care!
Hi! One question ,if I may.
Can I cook them in the air fryer? With a bit of olive oil sprayed onto them.
I just put in the oven your “best easy cinnamon cake” . Can’t wait to taste it. Already smells mmmm.😃
Next : no kneed focaccia. Fingers crossed!
Thank you for inspiration!
Adri
Hi Adri, sure you could do them in the air fryer, let me know how it goes. I hope you enjoy the cake and the focaccia. Take care!
Can the fritters be frozen
Hi Marlene, yes they can be, I wrote the instructions in the recipe card. Take care!
These were wonderful! Even my 14 year old loved them! Thank you!
Hi Tami, thanks so much so glad you and your 14 year old loved them. Take care!
Can I make the mixture ahead of time and prepare them 2-3 hours later?
Hi E, yes you can, just keep the mixture covered in the fridge, you might get some extra liquid from sitting (the zucchini) just carefully pour it out. I hope you enjoy them. Take care!
So this is now my go to zucchini patty recipe. Excellent!!! You Rock Rosemary:)
Hi Nayda, thanks so much, so glad you like it. Take care!
Can I use almond flour instead?
Hi Donna, I have never used almond flour but I don’t see why you couldn’t. You may need to use a bit more mayo to bring it together. Let me know how it goes. Take care!
ciao Rosemary! I have made these using GF flour and they are absolutely fine. A good recipe for those who have friends with gluten intolerance as they make a great lunch dish with a garden salad on the side, with slicde fresh pear and some curls of Pecorino pepato, certo!
Maria – the Little Cellar Rat
Hi Mary, thanks so much, so glad you enjoyed it and letting me know you used gf flour. Take care and have a great weekend!
Hi Rosemary – am I to understand the mayo goes into the mixture (not on the side)?
Hi Heidi, yes it goes in the mixture, that was just extra I placed on the side. I hope you enjoy them. Take care!
Very tasty. I tried with grated carrot as well and preferred it with more veggie and the texture. Thanks for the recipe.
Hi Lori, thanks so much, great idea adding grated carrot. Take care!