Baked Zucchini and Cheese Fritters
Ingredients
- 1 small zucchini
- 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) salt
- 30 g (1 oz) green onion
- 3 tbsp (25 g) oatmeal
- 2 tbsp (30 g) cottage cheese
- 2 eggs
- 100 g (3.5 oz) mozzarella cheese
- Pepper (to taste)
- Italian herbs (to taste)
Nutrition Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 120
- Total Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 300mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 7g
- Dietary Fiber: 1g
- Sugars: 2g
- Protein: 8g
- Number of Servings: 4
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Zucchini
Grate the Zucchini:
Grate the zucchini and place it in a bowl. Sprinkle with 1/2 tsp (2.5 g) salt and let it sit for 5 minutes. After 5 minutes, squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini.
2. Prepare the Mixture
Chop Green Onion:
Finely chop 30 g (1 oz) green onion and add it to the zucchini.
Combine Ingredients:
Add 3 tbsp (25 g) oatmeal, 2 tbsp (30 g) cottage cheese, and 2 eggs to the bowl. Grate 100 g (3.5 oz) mozzarella cheese and add it to the mixture. Season with pepper and Italian herbs to taste. Mix all the ingredients until well combined.
3. Form the Fritters
Preheat Oven:
Preheat the oven to 180°C (360°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Shape the Fritters:
Take spoonfuls of the zucchini mixture and place them on the baking sheet, flattening them into round fritters.
4. Bake the Fritters
Bake:
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the fritters are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
5. Serve
Serve Hot:
Serve the baked zucchini and cheese fritters hot, as a snack or a side dish.
Tips for Perfect Fritters
- Remove Excess Moisture:
Squeeze out as much moisture as possible from the grated zucchini to prevent the fritters from becoming soggy. - Uniform Size:
Shape the fritters evenly to ensure they cook at the same rate. - Season Well:
Adjust the seasoning to your taste, adding more Italian herbs or pepper if desired.