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Zucchini Fritters

Crispy golden zucchini fritters served over fresh greens with creamy avocado, shredded carrot, a dollop of sour cream, a drizzle of balsamic glaze, and crunchy chopped pistachios.

Total time
30 min
Servings
2
Calories
450
Protein
10g
Zucchini Fritters
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Ingredients

  • 2 medium zucchini
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cups mixed greens
  • 1 medium avocado
  • 1 medium carrot
  • ¼ cup sour cream
  • 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze
  • ¼ cup pistachios

Instructions

  1. 1

    Grate zucchini and toss with salt; let sit 10 minutes, then squeeze out excess moisture.

  2. 2

    Mix zucchini with flour, egg, and pepper until well combined.

  3. 3

    Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat; drop spoonfuls of batter and flatten slightly.

  4. 4

    Cook fritters 3-4 minutes per side until golden and crisp; drain on paper towels.

  5. 5

    Arrange mixed greens on plates; top with sliced avocado and shredded carrot.

  6. 6

    Place fritters on greens; add a dollop of sour cream, drizzle with balsamic glaze, and sprinkle with chopped pistachios.

Tools you’ll need

  • box grater
  • skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • paper towels

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