Basil-Infused Zucchini Fritters

These zucchini fritters are a delicious and easy way to use up summer zucchini. They're made with almond flour, Parmesan cheese, and fresh basil, and they're cooked in olive oil until golden brown. Serve them warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Zucchini fritters are a classic Italian dish that's been around for centuries. They're typically made with grated zucchini, flour, eggs, and cheese, and they're fried until golden brown. Our version of zucchini fritters is a little bit different in that we use almond flour instead of regular flour, and we add fresh basil for extra flavor. The almond flour gives the fritters a nice nutty flavor, and the basil adds a bright, herbaceous note. These fritters are a great way to use up summer zucchini, and they're also a delicious and easy appetizer or side dish.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 medium zucchini, grated
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/2 cup almond flour
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
• 2 eggs
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Olive oil, for greasing the pan

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, basil, almond flour, Parmesan cheese (if using), eggs, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
2. Heat a little olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Drop spoonfuls of the batter into the hot oil and flatten them into patties.
4. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.

Why It Works

• The almond flour gives the fritters a nice nutty flavor.
• The fresh basil adds a bright, herbaceous note.
• The fritters are cooked in olive oil until golden brown, which gives them a crispy exterior and a tender interior.