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Zucchini Cakes

Zucchini cakes made with fresh zucchini, cheese, and spices blended together and fried until golden. A great way to use up that garden zucchini!
4.9 from 30 votes
Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Easy Appetizer Recipes, Main Dishes, Side Dishes
Cuisine American
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 253 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups grated zucchini excess water removed
  • 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 cup panko bread crumbs
  • sprinkle of ground nutmeg about 1/8 teaspoon (Note: If you add too much it can quickly take over the taste, less is more)
  • 1/4 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 2 eggs
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt plus more as desired
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 3 tablespoons avocado or canola oil

Instructions
 

  • Combine all ingredients, except olive oil, in a bowl and mix thoroughly. Using a heaping tablespoon form the mixture into 8 patties.
  • Heat oil in a pan over medium heat. Once heated, add patties and cook until golden brown. About 3-4 minutes per side. Serve.

Notes

Be sure to drain the grated zucchini. To do this, simply squeeze the zucchini in paper towels to release the excess water. This will help them stay together better and not be overly wet.
If you don't have access to avocado oil, you could use another high heat oil like canola.
Nutrition facts for estimation purposes only.

Nutrition

Calories: 253kcalCarbohydrates: 23.5gProtein: 16.3gFat: 11.1gSaturated Fat: 5.3gCholesterol: 102mgSodium: 785mgFiber: 2.4gSugar: 2.9g
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Keywords: diet, Food, nutmeg, parmesean, Recipe