Potato, Zucchini, and Green Onion Pancakes

Vegetarian
Health score
8%
Potato, Zucchini, and Green Onion Pancakes
45 min.
4
267kcal

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Craving a savory and satisfying morning meal that's both healthy and delicious? Look no further than these Potato, Zucchini, and Green Onion Pancakes! This vegetarian-friendly recipe is a fantastic way to start your day with a burst of flavor.

Imagine fluffy, golden-brown pancakes speckled with vibrant green zucchini and fragrant green onions. The subtle sweetness of the potato complements the mild zest of the other vegetables, creating a symphony of textures and tastes that will awaken your palate.

This recipe, ready in just 45 minutes, is perfect for a leisurely weekend brunch or a quick and easy breakfast on a busy weekday. At only 267 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free. Plus, the balanced caloric breakdown provides a good source of protein, healthy fats, and carbohydrates to keep you energized throughout the morning.

These pancakes aren't just delicious; they're incredibly versatile. Top them with a dollop of low-fat sour cream and fresh chives for a classic presentation, or get creative with your own favorite savory toppings. A drizzle of hot sauce adds a spicy kick, while a dollop of Greek yogurt provides an extra boost of protein.

So gather your ingredients and get ready to create a batch of these delectable pancakes. You'll find yourself coming back to this recipe time and time again!

Ingredients

  • ounces baking potato peeled
  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.3 teaspoon baking soda 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black
  • 0.5 teaspoon thyme leaves dried
  • large eggs lightly beaten
  • 0.5 cup milk fat-free
  • cup flour all-purpose
  • teaspoons chives fresh chopped
  • 0.5 cup green onions chopped
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground nutmeg 
  • 0.3 teaspoon hot sauce 
  • 0.3 cup cup heavy whipping cream sour low-fat
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoon vegetable oil 
  • cup zucchini grated

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • knife
  • measuring cup

Directions

  1. Place potato in a saucepan, and cover with water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes or until tender; drain and cool. Shred potato.
  2. Press zucchini on several layers of paper towels; cover with additional paper towels.
  3. Let stand 5 minutes, pressing down occasionally.
  4. Lightly spoon flour into a dry measuring cup, and level with a knife.
  5. Combine the flour and next 6 ingredients (flour through pepper) in a large bowl.
  6. Combine milk and next 4 ingredients (milk through eggs); add to flour mixture, stirring until smooth. Fold in potato, zucchini, and onions.
  7. Spoon about 1/4 cup batter onto a hot nonstick griddle or large nonstick skillet. Turn the pancakes when the tops are covered with bubbles and the edges look cooked. Top pancakes with sour cream and chives.

Nutrition Facts

Calories267kcal
Protein16.37%
Fat30.48%
Carbs53.15%

Properties

Glycemic Index
119.75
Glycemic Load
23.37
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
14.903043435967%

Flavonoids

Isorhamnetin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.22mg
Quercetin
1.56mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:266.68kcal
13.33%
Fat:9.04g
13.9%
Saturated Fat:2.78g
17.39%
Carbohydrates:35.44g
11.81%
Net Carbohydrates:33.39g
12.14%
Sugar:3.14g
3.49%
Cholesterol:145.45mg
48.48%
Sodium:701.78mg
30.51%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:10.92g
21.84%
Vitamin K:37.8µg
36%
Selenium:23.47µg
33.52%
Vitamin B2:0.44mg
25.62%
Folate:98.41µg
24.6%
Vitamin B1:0.33mg
22.32%
Phosphorus:209.81mg
20.98%
Manganese:0.39mg
19.38%
Calcium:167.6mg
16.76%
Iron:3.02mg
16.75%
Vitamin B6:0.28mg
14.04%
Vitamin C:10.59mg
12.84%
Vitamin B3:2.5mg
12.52%
Potassium:435.23mg
12.44%
Vitamin A:526.84IU
10.54%
Vitamin B5:1mg
10.04%
Vitamin B12:0.57µg
9.53%
Magnesium:33.94mg
8.48%
Fiber:2.06g
8.23%
Zinc:1.18mg
7.86%
Vitamin D:1.12µg
7.44%
Copper:0.14mg
7.18%
Vitamin E:0.86mg
5.7%
Source:My Recipes