Can you use cottage cheese in zucchini slices?

Yes! Cottage cheese adds creaminess and protein, making zucchini slices or fritters more satisfying. Just be sure to drain the cottage cheese well to avoid excess moisture in your mix.

Why are my zucchini fritters falling apart?

If your zucchini fritters are falling apart, it's likely due to too much moisture. Always squeeze out grated zucchini thoroughly and use well-drained cottage cheese. Breadcrumbs or almond flour help bind the mixture.

Why do you put baking powder in fritters?

Baking powder gives fritters a slight lift, making them lighter and fluffier inside. While optional in zucchini cottage cheese fritters, it can improve texture if you prefer a softer bite.

What are the 5 ingredients in zucchini fritters?

A basic version includes zucchini, eggs, cheese (like cottage or pecorino), breadcrumbs or flour, and seasoning. Our zucchini cottage cheese fritters also feature scallions and herbs for added flavor.

Zucchini Cottage Cheese Fritters: Crispy, Cheesy, & Irresistibly Easy

Ingredients

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2 cups grated zucchini, liquids squeezed out

1 cup cottage cheese, drained

2 eggs

1/4 cup breadcrumbs (or almond flour)

1/3 cup grated pecorino cheese

2 scallions, fine chop

1 tsp Italian herb blend

salt and pepper to taste

Optional Dip: Lazy Tzatziki

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Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine zucchini, cottage cheese, eggs, breadcrumbs, cheese, scallions, herbs, salt, and pepper.

2. Mix until just combined and form 9 medium patties.

3. Heat olive oil in skillet over medium heat.

4. Cook patties for about 4 minutes per side until golden.

5. Optional: Add fresh lemon juice before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Eat cold or reheat in a toaster oven or skillet for best texture.

Author: EmilyFrost
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Vegetarian, Snacks
Method: Pan-Fried
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 fritter
Calories: 73
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 158mg
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.4g
Trans Fat: 0.003g
Carbohydrates: 5g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 6g
Cholesterol: 44mg