Low Carb Zucchini Fritters (High Protein)

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Servings

2-4

Prep Time

35 minutes

Cook Time

5 minutes

These Low Carb Zucchini Fritters are low carb, high protein, and full of crunchy goodness. I topped them with a creamy cilantro sauce to take the flavors of this easy keto recipe even further. Enjoy them as a tasty side dish, a light lunch, or a healthy recipe any time of the day.

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@shredhappens

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Ingredients

1/2 cup low-carb Kaizen Lupin Flour
2-3 zucchinis, grated
pinch of salt
3 shallots, divided
4 garlic cloves, divided
2 large handfuls cilantro, divided
2 eggs
1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese
1/2 cup mozzarella
fresh cracked pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon onion powder
1/2 tablespoon chili flakes
2-3 tablespoons avocado oil
3 tablespoons sour cream
1/2 jalapeño
juice of 1 large lime

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Directions

Grate the zucchini and add it to a bowl or colander. Sprinkle with some salt, and let it sit for 15-20 minutes to release moisture. Using a kitchen towel or cheesecloth, squeeze the grated zucchini really well to squeeze out the water.
Add the zucchini to a bowl. Add 2 finely chopped fresh shallots, 3 cloves of minced garlic, a handful of finely chopped cilantro, eggs, shredded parmesan, mozzarella, and my low-carb Kaizen Lupin Flour.
Season the "batter" with a couple generous pinches of salt, lots of fresh cracked pepper, onion powder, and chili flakes.
Mix the batter very well. Then scoop out the batter and shape it into fritters.
Heat a pan over medium heat. Add the avocado oil and pan-fry the zucchini fritters until golden brown on each side, about 3-5 minutes.
To make the optional sauce, process sour cream, 1 small shallot, 1 clove garlic, jalapeño, a large handful cilantro, lime juice, salt, and pepper. Process well, taste, and adjust.
Serve the fritters with the sauce and enjoy!

Recipe Note

Store any leftover low carb zucchini fritters in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.

To freeze, we recommend wrapping them in paper towels and plastic wrap before placing them in a freezer-safe bag or container. Store them in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Zucchini is one of those highly versatile vegetables that can be used in a variety of delicious dishes, including fritters. These crispy keto zucchini fritters are my low-carb spin on traditional fritters, as I used my Kaizen lupin flour, which has 12 grams of protein and just 1 net carb per serving.

But don’t worry, these bad boys won’t taste like one of those sad keto recipes you’ve tried before — each bite of these crispy fritters will be savory, cheesy, and full of flavor. If anything, these low-carb zucchini fritters should really come with a warning: you may want to finish the whole batch — they are THAT good.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE IT

The best way to enjoy fritters while on a keto/low-carb diet.An easy recipe perfect as a light meal or side.The cilantro sauce is so good, you’ll want to put it on literally everything.Make a second batch for easy meal prep!

VARIATIONS AND SUBSTITUTIONS

Shallots:Finely chopped onions of any kind would make a great alternative to shallots.

Cheese: Pecorino cheese would taste just as good as Parmesan cheese.

Kaizen lupin flour:You can also use almond flour, chickpea flour, or regular flour if you prefer.

Sauce:These delicious keto zucchini fritters would also taste great with my Mast o Khiar sauceor Spicy Cashew Dressing.

Low Carb Zucchini Fritters (High Protein)

Name: Low Carb Zucchini Fritters (High Protein)
Prep time: 35 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 2-4
Ingredients: 1/2 cup low-carb Kaizen Lupin Flour; 2-3 zucchinis, grated; pinch of salt; 3 shallots, divided; 4 garlic cloves, divided; 2 large handfuls cilantro, divided; 2 eggs; 1/2 cup finely shredded parmesan cheese; 1/2 cup mozzarella; fresh cracked pepper, to taste; 1 tablespoon onion powder; 1/2 tablespoon chili flakes; 2-3 tablespoons avocado oil; 3 tablespoons sour cream; 1/2 jalapeño; juice of 1 large lime