High-Protein Zucchini Egg Fritters
This is high-protein zucchini egg fritters recipe. Thin zucchini slices turned into golden, crispy egg-based fritters — a delicious low-carb breakfast or side that’s light, flavorful, and ready fast!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Golden crispy fritters with zucchini
- High protein from eggs
- Simple ingredients and quick to make
- Perfect for breakfast, lunch, or meal prep
- Low carb and sugar-free
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 2 medium zucchini, thinly sliced or grated
- 4 large eggs
- ¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese (optional)
- 2 tbsp almond flour (or coconut flour)
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 1–2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil for cooking
- Optional: fresh herbs or green onions
Instructions
- If using whole slices, lightly salt the zucchini slices and let sit 5 minutes, then pat dry. If grating, squeeze out excess moisture with a clean towel.
- In a bowl, whisk eggs with Parmesan, almond flour, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add the zucchini and mix until well coated.
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Spoon the mixture into the pan (as individual fritters or small omelet-style pieces). Cook 2–3 minutes per side until golden and set.
- Remove and serve hot. Repeat with remaining mixture.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 15 minutes Total Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~160
- Protein: 12g
- Total Carbs: 5g
- Net Carbs: 3g
- Fat: 11g
