These Vegan Zucchini Chickpea Fritters are a delicious and healthy option for anyone looking for a satisfying vegan recipe. Packed with protein from chickpeas and moisture from zucchini, they make a perfect snack or light meal.
This recipe is simple to follow and requires minimal ingredients, making it an excellent choice for a quick and nutritious dish.
Easy Vegan Zucchini Chickpea Fritters Recipe
These fritters are made by combining grated zucchini, mashed chickpeas, and spices, then pan-frying until golden brown. The recipe takes about 30 minutes from start to finish and serves 4 people.
Ingredients
- 2 medium zucchinis, grated and excess moisture squeezed out
- 1 can (15 oz) chickpeas, drained and rinsed
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour or chickpea flour
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley or cilantro
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, adjust to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil for frying
Instructions
- Prep the Zucchini: Grate the zucchinis and place them in a clean kitchen towel. Squeeze out excess moisture to prevent sogginess.
- Mash the Chickpeas: In a large bowl, mash the chickpeas with a fork or potato masher until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the grated zucchini, flour, parsley, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper to the mashed chickpeas. Mix until well combined.
- Form Fritters: Shape the mixture into small patties, about 2-3 inches in diameter.
- Cook the Fritters: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry the fritters for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Serve warm with your favorite dipping sauce.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 4 fritters
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
