Pesto Zucchini and Corn Fritters
Crispy and savory fritters made with fresh zucchini, sweet corn, and herby pesto – perfect as a snack, appetizer, or light meal.
- Author: sarra
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 fritters 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
- 1/4 cup pesto
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)
- Grate the zucchini and squeeze out excess moisture using a clean kitchen towel.
- In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, corn, pesto, Parmesan, eggs, flour, scallions, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Scoop about 1/4 cup of the mixture per fritter into the skillet, flattening slightly with a spatula.
- Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce or extra pesto.
Notes
- Make sure to remove as much moisture from the zucchini as possible to avoid soggy fritters.
- You can use store-bought or homemade pesto.
- Fritters can be made ahead and reheated in the oven for crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 fritters
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 260mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: pesto zucchini fritters, corn fritters, vegetarian appetizer, summer recipe