Zucchini fritters are a delicious and easy way to use up summer zucchini. They're made with just a few simple ingredients, and they can be cooked in the air fryer for a healthier alternative to traditional fried zucchini. The fritters are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and they're perfect for serving as an appetizer or side dish.
Zucchini fritters are a classic Italian dish that has been around for centuries. They were originally made with leftover zucchini from the summer harvest, and they were a way to use up a vegetable that would otherwise go to waste. Over time, zucchini fritters have become a popular dish all over the world, and they are now enjoyed as a tasty and versatile appetizer or side dish.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 10 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
1 cup grated zucchini
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/4 cup almond flour
1 egg
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Olive oil, for greasing the air fryer basket
Instructions
Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, Parmesan cheese, almond flour, egg, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper.
Form the mixture into small patties.
Lightly grease the air fryer basket with olive oil.
Place the patties in the air fryer basket and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve immediately.
Why It Works
The combination of almond flour and Parmesan cheese gives the fritters a crispy exterior while keeping them tender on the inside.
The Italian seasoning adds flavor and depth to the fritters.
Cooking the fritters in the air fryer gives them a crispy exterior without the need for deep frying.