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High Protein Zucchini Fritters

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Transform humble zucchini into crispy, high-protein fritters that are perfect for snacks or meals.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium zucchini (about 1 lb total, approximately 3 cups grated)
  • 1/2 cup chickpea flour or almond flour (chickpea flour recommended for extra protein)
  • 1/4 cup Parmesan cheese (freshly grated)
  • 1/2 cup feta cheese (crumbled, full-fat preferred)
  • 1/4 cup protein powder (unflavored or vanilla, whey recommended)
  • 2 large eggs (beaten)
  • 1/4 cup Greek yogurt (full-fat or 2%)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced fresh)
  • 1/4 cup fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives, finely chopped)
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil (for frying, divided between batches)

Instructions

  1. Grate the zucchini using the large holes on a box grater or food processor to get about 3 cups of grated zucchini.
  2. Place the grated zucchini in a clean kitchen towel and squeeze hard to extract excess moisture, about 2-3 minutes, until at least 1/4 cup of liquid is removed.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine squeezed zucchini with chickpea flour, Parmesan, feta, protein powder, beaten eggs, Greek yogurt, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper, mixing thoroughly until well combined.
  4. Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  5. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of mixture per fritter onto the hot skillet, flattening into 3-inch patties with a thickness of 1/2 inch. Cook 4 fritters at a time.
  6. Cook fritters undisturbed for 3 minutes until the bottom is golden brown. Flip carefully and cook for another 2-3 minutes until golden and cooked through.
  7. Transfer finished fritters to a wire rack and add remaining oil for frying the next batch as needed.

Notes

Serve warm with Greek yogurt or tzatziki. Great as a side or appetizer.

Nutrition

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