Zucchini Cakes

Zucchini cakes are a popular way to use up surplus zucchini from summer gardens, and they are a versatile dish that can be customized with different herbs and spices.

This is vegetarian and gluten free recipe. Dish can be prepared in 30 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Zucchini Cakes

Cooking Method: Frying Cuisine: American, Mediterranean Courses: Any, Appetizer, Side Dish Recipe Keys: Gluten Free Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 15 min Cook Time 15 min Total Time 30 mins

Servings: 4 Calories: 800

Best Season: Summer

Ingredients

Servings

• 400 gram Zucchini
• 2 piece Egg
• 1 cup Bread Crumbs
• 0.5 cup Parmesan Cheese
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoon Fresh Basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
• 4 tablespoon Olive Oil

Instructions

1. Grate the zucchini and squeeze out any excess moisture.
2. In a large bowl, combine the grated zucchini, eggs, bread crumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, chopped fresh basil, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly combined.
3. Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
4. Shape the zucchini mixture into patties and place them onto the hot pan. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown.
5. Remove the zucchini cakes from the pan and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
6. Serve hot as an appetizer or side dish. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 200kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 10g16%

Total Carbohydrate 25g9%

Sugars 5g

Protein 5g10%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.