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Vegan Zucchini Fritters are simple to make with just 6 ingredients! These vegan gluten-free fritters come out perfectly crispy, and chickpea flour gives them a delicious savory taste.
Summertime means there is an abundance of fresh zucchini. And while I love to use them to make chocolate zucchini mug cakes, these vegan zucchini fritters have also won my heart.
They are quick and easy to make and great for a little snack, appetizer, or side dish.
Dollop some vegan aioli or tofu mayo for that creaminess and you’ll be making zucchini fritters on the regular!
Ingredients
You will need these simple ingredients to make zucchini fritters:
Of special note:
- Zucchini - Shredded zucchini is the key to this recipe! It is the bulk of the fritter, and the zucchini moisture helps form the batter.
- Chickpea Flour - This is what binds the fritters together. I like how the chickpea flour imparts a more savory taste similar to chickpea flour tortillas. You could also use all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour.
- Seasoning - You can play around with your favorite seasonings. I kept it simple with garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Some paprika, onion powder, and nutritional yeast would be great additions!
Please refer to the recipe card below for the full list of ingredients and detailed instructions.
Directions with Pictures
Here’s a step-by-step guide to making the best zucchini fritters with chickpea flour:
- Step 1: Shred a large zucchini with a hand grater (see top tip).
- Step 2: Add the dry ingredients and the shredded zucchini to a medium-sized bowl.
- Step 3: Mix the fritter batter, and ensure the dry ingredients coat all the shreds. It will look a bit dry at first.
- Step 4: Continue mixing for a couple of minutes as the moisture from the zucchini is released, forming a thick batter.
- Step 5: Cook the zucchini fritters in a pan over medium heat with olive oil. Use a ¼ cup scoop to add the batter to the pan.
- Step 6: Allow the fritters to cook for about 2 minutes then flip and cook them for an additional 2 minutes.
Top Tip
If you notice that your zucchini is very watery as you are shredding it, press the shreds before adding the dry ingredients. The water content varies depending on the size and how old your zucchini is.
If you're unsure, press the grated zucchini anyways. You can always add in the reserved liquid as needed!
Serving Ideas
Here are some ideas for serving zucchini fritters:
- With vegan aioli, tofu mayo, or vegan sour cream.
- With crispy nutritional yeast tofu.
- With vegan kale salad or easy vegan coleslaw.
FAQ
Leftover zucchini fritters should be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for about a week.
Reheat leftover zucchini fritters in the oven at 350°F for 10 to 15 minutes or in the air fryer at 375°F for 5 to 7 minutes.
It depends on how watery your zucchini is!
I’ve made this recipe before with a very water zucchini, and I had to drain off the excess liquid to ensure the fritter batter wasn’t too wet.
But if your zucchini is just slightly moist, you can use it as is. If you’re worried about it, you could still squeeze the zucchini shreds either way and then add the water back in as needed. It’s easier to add more liquid than to adjust the dry ingredients!
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📖 Recipe
Vegan Zucchini Fritters with Chickpea Flour
Ingredients
- 1 large zucchini shredded, about 2 cups (see notes)
- ½ cup chickpea flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- olive oil for cooking
Instructions
- Shred a large zucchini with a hand grater. If the zucchini is very watery, press the shreds and reserve the liquid (see notes).
- Add the dry ingredients and the shredded zucchini to a medium-sized bowl.
- Mix until a thick batter forms, this may take a couple minutes as the moisture from the zucchini is released. If you pressed the shreds, add the reserved liquid as needed.
- Cook the zucchini fritters in a pan over medium heat with a olive oil. Use a ¼ cup scoop to add the batter to the pan.
- Allow the fritters to cook for about 2 minutes then flip and cook them for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove the fritters from the pan and allow them to cool on a paper towel. Dollop them with vegan aioli or sour cream and enjoy!
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