Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters
Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters These fritters are a delicious and easy way to use up leftover zucchini. They're made with just a few simple ingredients, and they can be cooked in the air fryer in just 10 minutes. The result is a crispy, golden-brown fritter that's perfect for serving as an appetizer or side dish. To make the fritters, simply combine the shredded zucchini, almond flour, nutritional yeast, oregano, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Mix well, then add the beaten egg and mix until well combined. Form the mixture into 1-inch patties, then spray them with olive oil spray. Place the patties in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
The story of these fritters begins in the garden, where a lone zucchini plant flourished. This zucchini plant was a prolific producer, and soon the gardener was faced with an abundance of zucchini. Not wanting to waste any of this delicious vegetable, the gardener began to experiment with different ways to cook it. One day, the gardener came across a recipe for zucchini fritters. Intrigued, the gardener decided to give them a try. The fritters were a hit, and the gardener soon began to make them regularly. Over time, the gardener experimented with different ingredients and techniques to perfect the recipe. The gardener tried different types of flour, different seasonings, and different cooking methods. Eventually, the gardener settled on the recipe that is presented here.
Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 medium zucchini, shredded
  • 1/2 cup almond flour
  • 1/4 cup nutritional yeast
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Olive oil spray
Instructions
  1. Preheat your air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the shredded zucchini, almond flour, nutritional yeast, oregano, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
  3. Add the beaten egg and mix until well combined.
  4. Form the mixture into 1-inch patties.
  5. Spray the patties with olive oil spray.
  6. Place the patties in the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  7. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Why It Works
  • The combination of almond flour and nutritional yeast gives the fritters a crispy exterior and a tender interior.
  • The oregano, salt, and pepper add flavor to the fritters.
  • The egg helps to bind the ingredients together and gives the fritters a golden-brown color.
  • Cooking the fritters in the air fryer results in a crispy, evenly cooked fritter.