Corn and zucchini fritters

Corn and zucchini fritters recipe videos

Corn and zucchini fritters are savory pan-fried patties made from grated zucchini, corn kernels, flour, and eggs, often seasoned with herbs like dill or parsley. This versatile dish is popular across many cuisines, from American home cooking to European and Latin American traditions, where it's enjoyed as a side, appetizer, or light main course.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

These fritters are moderate in carbohydrates from the corn and flour, with a good amount of protein from the eggs and a boost of fiber and vitamins from the zucchini and corn. A typical serving of two fritters contains roughly 150-200 calories, depending on the amount of oil used for frying.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	220 kcal
Protein	7 g
Carbs	24 g
Fat	11 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	4 g
Sodium	380 mg
Potassium	310 mg
Vitamin C	15 mg
Vitamin A	80 mcg RAE
Calcium	90 mg
Iron	1.5 mg
Magnesium	35 mg
Folate	45 mcg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg

Per 2 fritters (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

What makes this dish unique is its ability to transform simple, seasonal vegetables into a crispy, satisfying comfort food, often served with a cooling dip like sour cream or yogurt. Nutritionally, it's a clever way to increase vegetable intake, especially for picky eaters, while the combination of corn and zucchini provides a balance of natural sweetness and mild flavor.