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    Author: Donna | Published: Aug 11, 2016 | Modified: Jun 25, 2020

    The Easiest Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters Recipe

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    zucchini and sweet corn fritters

    This Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters Recipe is a super quick snack to put together, using only 5 ingredients. Have them as is, with some tomato ketchup, or dress them up with some creme fraiche, chives and salmon. Great snack for little bellies after a busy day.

    The Easiest Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters Recipe

    The Easiest Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters Recipe (and they are super quick too)

    Today's recipe is a super quick and easy Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters recipe.

    These little gems seriously take like 10 minutes from start to finish, and they get polished off by the littles every single time (in my house at least).  

    I don't know about you, but we have been really busy this summer flitting between playdates and splash pads, trying to make the best of this amazing (albeit stinking hot) weather.

    By the time we get home, I have two little hangry whiners on my hands, and if I don't have lunch in front of them asap there could be trouble, and mama is going to need a glass of wine at the end of the night.

    The Easiest Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters Recipe

    Fresh Or Canned Corn?

    This zucchini and sweet corn fritter recipe has saved the day on many an occasion around here.

    You can use fresh or canned corn, depending on what you have on hand.

    And they really are a quick and easy way to use up excess zucchini in summer.

    What Do You Serve With Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters?

    There are heaps of different ways you can serve up these little bites:

    • With some sour cream and salsa,
    • With tomato ketchup
    • If you want to make a meal of it, pair the fritters with a nice green leafy salad
    • They also make a great little transportable snack to have on hand for after school snacks. My little preschooler loves having picnics in the park after a busy day socializing, and I find it easy to whip up a couple of these and pack them in a little lunch box for her.
    The Easiest Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters Recipe

    Can They Be Made Ahead Of Time?

    Yep.

    They store well in the fridge.

    You can eat them cold or simply reheat in the microwave or air fryer. I have even been known to pop them in the toaster to reheat them and that works just great as well.

    Need Some More Fritter Recipes?

    Of course you do, these things are lifesavers on a busy day.

    Luckily for you, I have a soft spot for quick and easy fritters so check these out:

    • 4 Ingredient Corn Cakes
    • Spiced Cauliflower and Parmesan Fritters
    • Broccoli and Feta Fritters
    • 5 Ingredient Ham and Pea Fritters
    • 5 Ingredient Cheddar and Riced Broccoli Fritters
    Stack of Ham and Pea Fritters on a white plate topped with sour cream and micro greens
    Ham and Pea Fritters also make an excellent quick and easy snack

    Let me know if you try out this Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters recipe, I would love to know how you go!

    Be sure to leave a comment, share to Facebook or pin on Pinterest.

    Happy eating

    xx

    The Easiest Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters Recipe

    Whole Food Bellies
    This Zucchini and Sweet Corn Fritters Recipe is a super quick snack to put together, using only 5 ingredients. Have them as is, with some tomato ketchup, or dress them up with some creme fraiche, chives and salmon. Great snack for little bellies after a busy day.
    4.30 from 20 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 12 mins
    Total Time 22 mins
    Course Snack
    Cuisine Anytime
    Servings 10 serves
    Calories 29 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 average sized zucchini grated
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 1 cup corn kernels
    • 1 egg
    • ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoon whole wheat flour
    • ½ teaspoon baking powder
    • salt and pepper to taste
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    Instructions
     

    • Place the grated zucchini in a sieve, pour the salt over it and allow to sit over the sink for about 5 to 10 minutes. After that time, squeeze the zucchini and push it down on the sieve to remove as much water as possible
    • In a large bowl, mix the drained zucchini and corn kernels with the egg until the kernels are coated
    • Using a sieve, slowly add in the flour and the baking powder to the corn mixture, and gently combine
    • Add salt and pepper to taste
    • Heat some cooking oil of choice (I used avocado oil) in a large saucepan over medium heat. Once oil is hot, add a tablespoon of the mixture at a time. Cook for about 3 minutes on one side, or until it's browned, flip, and cook another 3 minutes, or until it's browned. Remove and repeat for all the other corn fritters (I can usually fit about 4-5 into each batch).
    • Serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 29kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1.5gFat: 0.6gSaturated Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 16mgSodium: 241mgFiber: 0.9gSugar: 0.6g
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    The information shown is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.

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    Comments

    1. Jess(Australia) says

      February 10, 2020 at 7:32 pm

      Simple recipe and delicious! Used vegetable stock powder instead of salt and white flour instead of wholemeal. Nearly ate them all myself 🙂

      Reply
      • Donna says

        February 11, 2020 at 7:53 am

        Oh I love your idea of using veggie stock powder instead of stock, that would add such a great bit of flavour!

        Reply
    2. Leah says

      February 04, 2020 at 7:23 am

      Can you freeze them?

      Reply
      • Donna says

        February 04, 2020 at 10:02 am

        You can, the might just get a little soggy when they thaw, so I would recommend reheating them in airfryer if you have one to crisp them up again. Otherwise, just reheat in a pan to get rid of the extra moisture.

        Reply
    3. Brooke says

      November 10, 2019 at 1:45 pm

      My 11 month old really enjoyed these. Made exactly as per recipe the first time, but squeezed too much liquid from the zucchini and thought they were a bit tough. Second time i omitted the salt and just squeezed most of the liquid out and found the softer consistency better.

      Reply
      • Donna says

        November 12, 2019 at 11:24 am

        So glad to hear the baby enjoyed these little fritters! Always a favourite after school snack with my kids!

        Reply
    4. Kath Woolfield says

      October 05, 2016 at 6:50 pm

      Hey Donna, made these today to freeze use as snacks for the little one. Mike ate them all...

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        October 05, 2016 at 7:55 pm

        Haha that sounds like something Gene would do (actually Gene does that all the time!) 🙂

        Reply
        • Kathryn Woolfield says

          October 05, 2016 at 8:00 pm

          He said they were unbelievably delicious.

          Reply
          • Donna1 says

            October 11, 2016 at 8:53 pm

            Oh yay, glad to hear it 🙂 Helps that they are quick and easy!!

            Reply
    5. Judy says

      August 25, 2016 at 6:13 pm

      Delicious fritters that combine two of my favorite foods! Thanks!

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        August 26, 2016 at 2:20 pm

        Welcome 🙂

        Reply
    6. Dannii says

      August 26, 2016 at 2:05 am

      We make these so often, as they are a great little snack. Good with poached eggs too.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        August 26, 2016 at 2:16 pm

        Yum, now I am craving a poached egg 🙂 That might have to be lunch this weekend!

        Reply
    7. Kate @ Veggie Desserts says

      August 25, 2016 at 6:49 am

      I adore sweetcorn fritters, but you've made them so much better with the zucchini! Love this.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        August 25, 2016 at 10:53 am

        🙂 Thanks Kate! Sweetcorn fritters are the best, especially seeing as they are so super easy!!

        Reply
    8. Gloria @ Homemade & Yummy says

      August 25, 2016 at 6:18 am

      What a great way to use zucchini. These are awesome little fritters that would go with so many things.

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        August 25, 2016 at 10:54 am

        Thanks Gloria!! I have had so much to use up it has been going into everything 🙂

        Reply
    9. Laura | Wandercooks says

      August 24, 2016 at 4:53 pm

      Yum, zucchini fritters are my all time favourite. We just made corn fritters last night too, the crunch factor is divine. No wonder this one is a winner with your kids after a busy day. 😀

      Reply
      • Donna1 says

        August 25, 2016 at 10:54 am

        Oh yes, the kids are definitely hooked 🙂

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