Best 4 Healthy Zucchini Pancakes Recipes

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Zucchini pancakes are a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Made with grated zucchini, flour, eggs, and seasonings, these pancakes are packed with flavor and nutrients. They're also incredibly easy to make, making them a great option for busy weeknights. This article provides three different recipes for zucchini pancakes, each with its own unique twist. The first recipe is a classic zucchini pancake recipe, made with simple ingredients and cooked in butter. The second recipe adds a bit of sweetness with the addition of applesauce, while the third recipe incorporates savory herbs and cheese for a more flavorful pancake. No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy these delicious and healthy zucchini pancakes.

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HEALTHY ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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Fun and flavorful, these rustic veggie pancakes make a wonderfully versatile side dish. They're also a great solution for what to do with all your extra zucchini! -Diana Johnson, Auburn, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shredded zucchini
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
2 green onions, chopped
1 egg
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided

Steps:

  • In a sieve or colander, drain zucchini, squeezing to remove excess liquid. Pat dry. In a small bowl, combine the zucchini, bread crumbs, onions, egg, parsley, dill, garlic and cheese., Heat 1-1/2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls into oil; press lightly to flatten. Fry in batches until golden brown on both sides, using remaining oil as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 24m

Yield 10 (3-inch) pancakes

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 medium zucchini (about 3/4 pound)
2 tablespoons grated red onion
2 extra-large eggs, lightly beaten
6 to 8 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Unsalted butter and vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 300 degrees F.
  • Grate the zucchini into a bowl using the large grating side of a box grater. Immediately stir in the onion and eggs. Stir in 6 tablespoons of the flour, the baking powder, salt, and pepper. (If the batter gets too thin from the liquid in the zucchini, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of flour.)
  • Heat a large (10 to 12-inch) saute pan over medium heat and melt 1/2 tablespoon butter and 1/2 tablespoon oil together in the pan. When the butter is hot but not smoking, lower the heat to medium-low and drop heaping soup spoons of batter into the pan. Cook the pancakes about 2 minutes on each side, until browned. Place the pancakes on a sheet pan and keep warm in the oven. Wipe out the pan with a dry paper towel, add more butter and oil to the pan, and continue to fry the pancakes until all the batter is used. The pancakes can stay warm in the oven for up to 30 minutes. Serve hot.

MOM'S ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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I am 'Mom' and I have been making these for years. My whole family just loves them. Serve with a small dollop of sour cream. They go fast!

Provided by Suefood

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini     Fried Zucchini Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cups grated zucchini
2 large eggs, slightly beaten
2 tablespoons chopped green onion
½ cup all-purpose flour
¼ cup grated Parmesan cheese
½ teaspoon baking powder
½ teaspoon salt
1 pinch dried oregano
¼ cup vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Blot grated zucchini with paper towels to remove moisture. Stir zucchini, eggs, and onion in a large bowl. Mix flour, Parmesan cheese, baking powder, salt, and oregano in a separate bowl; stir mixture into zucchini until batter is just moistened.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Drop rounded spoonfuls of zucchini batter into hot oil; pan fry until golden, 2 to 3 minutes per side. Drain pancakes on a paper towel-lined plate.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196.6 calories, Carbohydrate 11.8 g, Cholesterol 77.9 mg, Fat 14.3 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 375.7 mg, Sugar 1.1 g

HEALTHY ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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Another, healthier rendition of zucchini "pancakes." I found these on the Chicago Gapers Block website and thought they sounded delicious. Perhaps best of all, they stay good when frozen for several months!

Provided by hannahactually

Categories     Vegetable

Time 45m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/2 lbs zucchini
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup of thinly sliced sweet onion
1 large egg
3/4 cup of coarse breadcrumbs
pepper
vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Shred zucchini using the large holes on a grater and place into a colander.
  • Sprinkle with the salt and toss.
  • Let shredded zucchini and salt sit to drain for about a half hour to an hour if it is really humid.
  • Preheat oven, which will be used to keep cooked pancakes warm until done, to 200 degrees.
  • Press as much of the water out of the zucchini that you can.
  • Mix all of the ingredients except the oil in a large bowl.
  • Lightly brush some of the vegetable oil on the bottom of your skillet.
  • Heat skillet until it is very hot, but not to the point that the oil smokes.
  • Drop a heaping tablespoon of mixture into the skillet and press flat with your spatula.
  • Repeat two to three more times in the same skillet.
  • Cook this for about three minutes before flipping to the other side to cook for another two to three minutes.
  • The pancakes are done when their outsides are crispy and light brown.
  • When first batch of pancakes are done cooking, put them on an oven-safe plate or casserole dish and place them in the oven.
  • Apply another coat of oil to your pan and cook another batch.
  • Repeat until you've run out of mix.
  • Serve with some green chile salsa, or sour cream, or eat plain.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 64.9, Fat 1.3, SaturatedFat 0.3, Cholesterol 26.4, Sodium 382.2, Carbohydrate 10.7, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 2.4, Protein 3.2

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini. Look for small to medium-sized zucchini that are firm and have dark green skin. Avoid zucchini that are large, soft, or have yellow or orange skin, as these are likely to be overripe and have a bitter taste.
  • Grate the zucchini coarsely. This will help the pancakes to cook evenly and prevent them from becoming mushy.
  • Squeeze out the excess moisture from the zucchini. This will help the pancakes to hold their shape and prevent them from becoming soggy.
  • Use a non-stick skillet or griddle. This will help to prevent the pancakes from sticking and breaking apart.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately. They are best when they are hot and crispy.

Conclusion:

Zucchini pancakes are a delicious and healthy way to use up zucchini. They are easy to make and can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With their mild flavor, zucchini pancakes can be paired with a variety of toppings, such as eggs, bacon, sausage, cheese, salsa, or sour cream. They can also be served with a side of fruit or yogurt. So next time you have some zucchini on hand, give these pancakes a try!

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