Summer Squash Fritters
Summer squash fritters are savory pan-fried patties made from grated summer squash (like zucchini or yellow squash), mixed with herbs, onions, and a binder like egg and flour. They are a popular way to use up an abundant summer squash harvest, found in various forms across many cuisines, from American farm cooking to Eastern European and Mediterranean traditions.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
These fritters are generally moderate in carbohydrates from the flour and squash, with a good amount of fat from the frying oil. They provide vitamins A and C from the squash, along with some protein from the egg, and a typical serving of two fritters is roughly 200-300 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 8 g |
| Fiber | 3 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 320 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Vitamin A | 120 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 18 mg |
| Calcium | 60 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 70 mg |
| Folate | 30 mcg |
Per 1 cup (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, they represent a classic 'garden-to-table' solution for dealing with the prolific summer squash harvest. Nutritionally, they are a clever way to increase vegetable intake, as the squash becomes tender and mild, making them appealing even to those who might be hesitant about vegetables.
