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Vegan zucchini fritters with a dip.

Vegan Zucchini Fritters - Air Fryer

Keri Bevan
These are vegan zucchini fritters (aka courgette fritters) are light and crispy and so addictive! They're dairy and egg free too. The perfect snack, appetizer or light lunch that vegans and non vegans alike will love.
4.96 from 45 votes
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Draining 15 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course lunch, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 9 pieces
Calories 56 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 2 cups zucchini grated
  • 1½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 medium onion grated
  • ¼ cup all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • ½ tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon dill chopped
  • ½ cup breadcrumbs finely ground
  • ½ tablespoon olive oil

Instructions
 

  • Grate the zucchini with a cheese grater or food processor and put it in a colander. Sprinkle with salt and allow it to drain for 15 minutes.
  • Transfer the zucchini to a muslin cloth and squeeze out as much liquid as possible . If you don't have a muslin cloth, just squeeze out the excess liquid with your hands.
  • Add the zucchini to a mixing bowl with the onion, flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder and dill.
  • Grease the insert in your air fryer and preheat to 350 F (175° C) for 5 minutes.
  • Pour the breadcrumbs into a shallow bowl.
  • Shape the zucchini mixture into golf ball sized balls and roll them in the breadcrumbs. Flatten them with your hand and transfer them to the air fryer.
  • Lightly brush with olive oil and air fry in batches for 15 minutes, flipping once at the half way point.

Notes

❄️Storage Instructions

Refrigerator

Allow the cooked air fryer zucchini fritters to cool to room temperature. Now, place them in an airtight container, separating the layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days.

Freezer

Allow the cooked fritters to cool completely. Next, place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they don't touch. Freeze the fritters on the baking sheet until they're firm, usually for about 1-2 hours. Now, transfer the fritters to a freezer-safe container or resealable freezer bags. You can layer them with parchment paper to prevent sticking. Store in the freezer for up to 2-3 months.

Reheating From Frozen

Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C). Place the frozen fritters in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving some space between them. Air fry for 8-10 minutes, flipping halfway through, or until the fritters are heated through and crispy on the outside. Cooking times may vary depending on the size and thickness of the fritters. Adjust the time if needed.

Nutrition

Calories: 56kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 482mgPotassium: 110mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 59IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 45mgIron: 1mg
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