Best Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters
These Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters are the best! They are easy and so irresistable! Plus, they are a great way to get your kids to eat their veggies.
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 2 zucchini medium
- ⅓ cup all purpose flour
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 egg beaten
- 2 scallions sliced
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- Peel and grate the zucchini using a box grater.
- Mix the shredded zucchini with a pinch of salt and place it on a cheesecloth. Leave it for a few minutes and squeeze the excess water out.
- Add shredded zucchini, all purpose flour, shredded cheddar cheese, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder and egg in to a large bowl. Stir until combined.
- Line the air fryer basket with parchment paper. Place about 1 tablespoon of batter and slightly flatten it. Place as many fritters as it can fit in to your air fryer basket. You can spray with a cooking spray but this is optional.
- Working in batches, air fry zucchini fritters at 375˚F for 10 minutes. Flip and air fry for 5-8 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from air fryer and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Spices & herbs: For extra spices, add onion powder, Italian seasoning or any other spices you prefer.
- Corn: Add 1/4 cup of corn to make zucchini corn fritters.
- Store leftover fritters in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-4 days.
- Freeze the fritters in a freezer bag for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight.
- Reheat in the Air fryer for a few minutes until warm and crispy.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 fritter | Calories: 64 kcal | Total Carbs: 4 g | Protein: 3 g | Fat: 4 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Sodium: 167 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 1 g | Vitamin A: 206 IU | Vitamin C: 6 mg | Calcium: 76 mg | Iron: 0.4 mg | Net Carbs: 4 g
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