Description
Baked Zucchini Fritters with Smoky Dipping Sauce are the perfect blend of crispy, savory, and satisfying, making them a fantastic appetizer or snack for any occasion. These fritters feature shredded zucchini combined with flavorful ingredients like garlic, scallions, and sharp cheddar cheese, all baked to golden perfection. Accompanied by a smoky dipping sauce that perfectly complements their taste, these fritters are not only delicious but also healthier than their fried counterparts.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups grated zucchini
- 2 whole eggs
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups sharp white cheddar cheese
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¼ cup drained zucchini relish (or any other favorite relish)
- 2 tablespoons scallions minced fine
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ½ teaspoon white pepper
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons finely grated garlic
- ¼ cup scallions minced fine
- Zest from ½ lemon
- 4 tablespoons butter, melted
Instructions
- Grate the zucchini and place it in a colander with salt for 30 minutes to drain excess moisture.
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a mixing bowl, combine beaten eggs, garlic, scallions, panko breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, lemon zest, and cheddar cheese.
- Squeeze out any remaining liquid from the zucchini and mix it into the batter thoroughly.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush with melted butter.
- Form fritters by scooping about one ounce of the mixture onto the baking sheet and flattening them slightly.
- Brush the tops with remaining melted butter and bake for 12 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the dipping sauce, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, relish, scallions, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, white pepper, and onion powder.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fritter approx. 45g
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg