Corn Fritters with Spicy Zucchini Salsa

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
13%
Corn Fritters with Spicy Zucchini Salsa
45 min.
4
268kcal

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Are you ready to elevate your appetizer game with a delightful dish that’s both vibrant and satisfying? Introducing Corn Fritters with Spicy Zucchini Salsa—a perfect blend of flavors and textures that will tantalize your taste buds! These vegetarian and dairy-free fritters are not only easy to make but also packed with wholesome ingredients, making them an ideal choice for a side dish, starter, or even a snack.

Imagine biting into a crispy corn fritter, bursting with the sweetness of fresh corn and the aromatic notes of garlic and cumin. Paired with a zesty salsa made from roasted cherry tomatoes and zucchini, this dish brings a refreshing twist that’s sure to impress your family and friends. The addition of jalapeño adds just the right amount of heat, while the cilantro and lime juice provide a bright finish that ties everything together.

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves four and is perfect for gatherings or a cozy night in. With only 268 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or simply looking for a delicious snack, these Corn Fritters with Spicy Zucchini Salsa are sure to be a hit. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to create a dish that’s as fun to make as it is to eat!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 1.5 cups cherry tomatoes halved lengthwise
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves divided chopped
  • cups corn kernels frozen thawed ( if )
  •  eggs 
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • large cloves garlic finely chopped
  • 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin 
  •  jalapeno diced seeded
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh divided
  • 1.5 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin extra-virgin
  • medium onion diced red divided
  • 0.5 teaspoon sea salt divided
  • 1.5 cups zucchini diced

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven

Directions

  1. Heat oven to 400°F. In a bowl,combine tomatoes, zucchini,1/2 onion, garlic, jalapeño,1/4 teaspoon salt and oil; toss to coat.
  2. Spread on a baking sheetcoated with cooking spray;roast, turning once, untiltomatoes and zucchini are lightbrown, 20 to 25 minutes.Toss with 1/4 cup cilantro and1 tablespoon juice; set aside. In asecond bowl, combine flour,cumin, baking powder andremaining 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  3. Addegg, remaining 1 tablespoon juice and1/2 cup water; stir until smooth.
  4. Add corn and remaining1/2 onion and 1/4 cup cilantro.Coat a large frying pan withcooking spray and heat overmedium-high heat. Form 1/4 cupcorn mixture into a patty;repeat with remaining cornmixture to form 12 patties.Working in batches of 3 andcoating pan with cooking sprayas needed, cook patties, turningonce, until brown, 5 to 8 minutesper side. Divide pattiesand salsa among 4 plates.
  5. Self

Nutrition Facts

Calories268kcal
Protein11.72%
Fat25.58%
Carbs62.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
77
Glycemic Load
18.29
Inflammation Score
-7
Nutrition Score
14.346521735191%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
0.67mg
Naringenin
0.03mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
1.38mg
Kaempferol
0.19mg
Myricetin
0.05mg
Quercetin
7.59mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:267.57kcal
13.38%
Fat:7.94g
12.21%
Saturated Fat:1.39g
8.67%
Carbohydrates:43.76g
14.59%
Net Carbohydrates:39.7g
14.44%
Sugar:7.8g
8.67%
Cholesterol:40.92mg
13.64%
Sodium:514.58mg
22.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.18g
16.36%
Vitamin C:32.07mg
38.88%
Folate:119.37µg
29.84%
Manganese:0.55mg
27.31%
Vitamin B1:0.34mg
22.96%
Selenium:15.35µg
21.92%
Vitamin B2:0.35mg
20.66%
Vitamin B3:3.32mg
16.58%
Fiber:4.07g
16.26%
Iron:2.79mg
15.49%
Phosphorus:147.63mg
14.76%
Potassium:481.71mg
13.76%
Vitamin B6:0.27mg
13.26%
Vitamin K:13.91µg
13.24%
Vitamin A:642.9IU
12.86%
Vitamin E:1.54mg
10.27%
Magnesium:38.2mg
9.55%
Copper:0.17mg
8.73%
Vitamin B5:0.84mg
8.42%
Zinc:0.96mg
6.38%
Calcium:57.35mg
5.74%
Vitamin B12:0.1µg
1.63%
Vitamin D:0.22µg
1.47%
Source:Epicurious