Courgette fritters

Health score
19%
Courgette fritters
15 min.
2
185kcal

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If you're searching for a quick and delicious way to incorporate more vegetables into your meals, look no further than these tantalizing courgette fritters! Perfect as a side dish, light starter, or a delightful snack, these fritters bring a burst of flavor without demanding too much of your time in the kitchen. Ready in just 15 minutes, they make for an ideal companion to any meal or can even shine on their own.

The star of the dish, courgette, is not only versatile but also packed with nutrients. When combined with the rich, nutty flavor of freshly grated parmesan cheese and a hint of olive oil, every bite becomes a celebration of taste. The light, crispy texture of the fritters will impress your family and friends and may even help to change the minds of those who might not be fans of vegetables. Pair them with a luscious dollop of roasted red pepper hummus, and you have a dish that’s not only wholesome but also visually appealing.

These courgette fritters are low in calories too, making them a guilt-free indulgence that you can enjoy at any time of day. Whether you serve them at a dinner party or as a simple afternoon snack, they are sure to please even the pickiest of eaters. So, roll up your sleeves and dive into this delightful recipe that celebrates the beauty of fresh ingredients and quick cooking!

Ingredients

  • medium zucchini grated
  • tbsp self raising flour 
  • 25 parmesan finely grated
  • tbsp olive oil 
  • 170 roasted peppers red

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan

Directions

  1. In a bowl, combine the grated courgette, flour and parmesan. Shape into walnut-size balls, then flatten.
  2. Heat a non-stick frying pan over a medium heat and add the oil. Fry the fritters for 2-3 mins on each side until golden brown.
  3. Serve straight away with red pepper hummus.

Nutrition Facts

Calories185kcal
Protein17.23%
Fat52.07%
Carbs30.7%

Properties

Glycemic Index
54.5
Glycemic Load
4.02
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
15.532174085793%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Quercetin
1.29mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:184.77kcal
9.24%
Fat:11.23g
17.27%
Saturated Fat:3.24g
20.23%
Carbohydrates:14.89g
4.96%
Net Carbohydrates:11.74g
4.27%
Sugar:5.02g
5.58%
Cholesterol:8.5mg
2.83%
Sodium:1379.86mg
59.99%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:8.36g
16.72%
Vitamin C:74.61mg
90.44%
Manganese:0.54mg
27.04%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.24%
Calcium:215.33mg
21.53%
Potassium:654.23mg
18.69%
Vitamin A:931.77IU
18.64%
Phosphorus:185.02mg
18.5%
Folate:63.83µg
15.96%
Vitamin B2:0.26mg
15.03%
Magnesium:51.88mg
12.97%
Fiber:3.15g
12.59%
Vitamin K:12.88µg
12.26%
Copper:0.23mg
11.56%
Iron:1.61mg
8.94%
Selenium:6.24µg
8.91%
Vitamin E:1.3mg
8.66%
Vitamin B1:0.12mg
8%
Zinc:1.18mg
7.89%
Vitamin B3:1.46mg
7.28%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.19%
Vitamin B12:0.15µg
2.5%