Crispy outside, tender inside — these fritters are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a healthy snack. Great for meal prep too!

📝 Ingredients (Makes 10–12 fritters)

• 1½ cups grated sweet potato

• 1 cup grated zucchini (squeezed dry)

• 2 eggs

• ¼ cup flour (all-purpose, oat, or almond)

• ¼ cup grated parmesan (optional)

• 2 tbsp chopped green onions

• ½ tsp garlic powder

• ½ tsp salt

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• 2 tbsp olive oil (for frying)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prep Veggies

• Grate sweet potato and zucchini.

• Squeeze zucchini well in a towel to remove moisture.

2️⃣ Mix

• In a bowl combine vegetables, eggs, flour, parmesan, seasonings.

• Mix until thick batter forms.

3️⃣ Cook

• Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.

• Scoop 2 tbsp mixture per fritter.

• Flatten slightly.

• Cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and crispy.

4️⃣ Drain

• Place on paper towel to remove excess oil.

🥣 Serving Ideas

✔ With Greek yogurt dip
✔ With avocado
✔ As a burger patty alternative
✔ With fried egg on top
✔ In wraps or sandwiches

🔄 Baking Option (Lower Oil)

• Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C)

• Place on lined tray

• Lightly spray with oil

• Bake 20–25 minutes (flip halfway)

🔢 Nutrition (Approx per fritter – pan-fried)

• Calories: 90–110

• Fiber-rich

• Vegetarian

• WW: 2–3 points each (depends on oil)

💡 Tips for Extra Crispiness

✔ Squeeze zucchini VERY well
✔ Don’t overcrowd pan
✔ Use medium heat
✔ Add 1 tbsp cornstarch for extra crunch

How to Make Them EXTRA Crispy

✔ Squeeze zucchini very well (most important step)
✔ After grating sweet potato, pat dry lightly
✔ Add 1 tbsp cornstarch (improves crisp texture)
✔ Cook on medium heat — not high
✔ Don’t flip too early (wait for golden edges)

🧀 Flavor Boost Variations

🧄 Savory Herb Version

• Add 1 tsp Italian seasoning

• Add fresh parsley or cilantro

🌶 Spicy Version

• Add ½ tsp chili flakes

• Add diced jalapeños

🧀 Extra Cheesy

• Add ½ cup mozzarella

• Add 2 tbsp cream cheese

🥑 Low-Carb / Keto Version

Replace flour with:

• ¼ cup almond flour

• OR 2 tbsp coconut flour

Add:

• 1 tbsp flaxseed meal

➡️ Lower carbs, higher healthy fats.

💪 High-Protein Version

Add:

• ¼ cup cottage cheese (drain first)

• OR 2 tbsp unflavored protein powder

Boosts protein by 3–5g per fritter.

🌬 Air Fryer Method

1️⃣ Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C)
2️⃣ Lightly spray basket
3️⃣ Cook 10–12 minutes
4️⃣ Flip halfway

➡️ Crisp with less oil.

🕒 Meal Prep & Storage

Fridge:

• Store airtight up to 4 days

Freezer:

• Freeze cooked fritters

• Reheat in oven or air fryer

Best reheating:

• Air fryer 3–4 minutes

• Oven 350°F for 8 minutes

🥣 Best Dipping Sauces

✔ Garlic yogurt sauce
✔ Avocado crema
✔ Spicy sriracha mayo
✔ Honey mustard
✔ Tzatziki

🔢 Nutrition (Pan-Fried Estimate)

Per fritter:

• Calories: 100

• Carbs: 9–11g

• Protein: 3–4g

• Fiber: 2g

• WW: 2–3 points