Best 7 Zesty Zucchini Corn Cakes Recipes

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**Zesty Zucchini Corn Cakes: A Culinary Symphony of Freshness and Flavor**

Journey into a realm of culinary delight with our tantalizing Zesty Zucchini Corn Cakes. These delectable patties burst with the essence of summer, showcasing a harmonious blend of freshly grated zucchini, sweet corn kernels, and an array of aromatic herbs. Each bite unveils a symphony of textures, from the tender zucchini and crisp corn to the slightly crunchy exterior. Accompanied by a trio of delectable dipping sauces – a tangy Lemon-Herb Sauce, a creamy Avocado-Cilantro Sauce, and a spicy Sriracha-Honey Sauce – these corn cakes deliver an explosion of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ZUCCHINI CORN PANCAKES



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These easy pancakes are the perfect side dish or appetizer to any meal. And best of all, they don't even taste "healthy"!

Provided by Chungah Rhee

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 pound zucchini, grated
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup corn kernels, frozen, canned or roasted
4 large eggs, beaten
1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
3/4 cups all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Place grated zucchini in a colander over the sink. Add salt and gently toss to combine; let sit for 10 minutes. Using a clean dish towel or cheese cloth, drain zucchini completely. In a large bowl, combine zucchini, corn, eggs, basil, oregano and garlic powder; season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in cheese and flour until well combined. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium high heat. Scoop tablespoons of batter for each pancake, flattening with a spatula, and cook until the underside is nicely golden brown, about 2 minutes. Flip and cook on the other side, about 1-2 minutes longer. Serve immediately.

ZUCCHINI CORNBREAD



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Another way to use that summer zucchini squash.

Provided by Judy McAllister

Categories     Bread     Quick Bread Recipes     Zucchini Bread Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup coarsely chopped zucchini
1 cup milk
½ cup chopped onion
2 eggs
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 ¼ cups cornmeal
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons white sugar
4 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Grease a 10-inch cast-iron skillet, and place it into the oven while it preheats.
  • Place the zucchini, milk, onion, eggs, and vegetable oil into a blender, and pulse 5 to 8 times, until thoroughly mixed and the zucchini and onion have been chopped into very small pieces.
  • Mix together the cornmeal, flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl. Pour the zucchini mixture into the cornmeal mixture, stirring to combine, and gently mix in the Cheddar cheese.
  • Carefully pour the batter into the hot greased skillet, smooth it out with a spoon, and bake until the cornbread is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 306.7 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 63.8 mg, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 9.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.9 g, Sodium 656 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

CORN AND ZUCCHINI CAKES RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: creamed corn, zucchinis, all purpose flour, garlic, paprika, kosher salt, pepper, cornmeal, nonstick cooking spray, olive oil, avocado crema, fresh scallion

Provided by Rachel Gaewski

Categories     Lunch

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 ½ cups creamed corn
2 zucchinis, shredded and squeezed to remove excess water
1 cup all purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic
½ teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ teaspoon pepper
⅓ cup cornmeal
nonstick cooking spray, for greasing
olive oil, for brushing
avocado crema, for serving
fresh scallion, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C).
  • In a large bowl, combine the creamed corn, zucchini, flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt, pepper, and cornmeal and stir until well combined.
  • Grease a baking sheet with nonstick spray. Using a ¼ cup (30 grams) measuring cup, scoop the batter into pancakes on the baking sheet.
  • Bake for 10 minutes. Flip and brush with olive oil, then bake for another 10-15 minutes, until golden brown.
  • Serve with avocado crema and scallions.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286 calories, Carbohydrate 47 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 3 grams

CORN FRITTERS WITH SPICY ZUCCHINI SALSA



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Provided by Andrea Bemis

Categories     Tomato     Appetizer     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Lunch     Corn     Zucchini     Fall     Summer     Healthy     Cilantro     Self     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 1/2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 1/2 cups diced zucchini
1 medium red onion, diced, divided
3 large cloves garlic, finely chopped
1 jalapeño chile, seeded and diced
1/2 teaspoon sea salt, divided
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Olive oil cooking spray
1/2 cup chopped cilantro, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, divided
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
2 cups corn kernels (thawed if frozen)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400°F. In a bowl, combine tomatoes, zucchini, 1/2 onion, garlic, jalapeño, 1/4 teaspoon salt and oil; toss to coat. Spread on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray; roast, turning once, until tomatoes and zucchini are light brown, 20 to 25 minutes. Toss with 1/4 cup cilantro and 1 tablespoon juice; set aside. In a second bowl, combine flour, cumin, baking powder and remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add egg, remaining 1 tablespoon juice and 1/2 cup water; stir until smooth. Add corn and remaining 1/2 onion and 1/4 cup cilantro. Coat a large frying pan with cooking spray and heat over medium-high heat. Form 1/4 cup corn mixture into a patty; repeat with remaining corn mixture to form 12 patties. Working in batches of 3 and coating pan with cooking spray as needed, cook patties, turning once, until brown, 5 to 8 minutes per side. Divide patties and salsa among 4 plates.

SPICY ZUCCHINI CORN MEDLEY



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One day when I was a girl, a neighbor brought over a dish similar to this one. Years later, I decided to re-create it. My family likes it today as much as I did back then. -Marian Quaid-Maltagliati, Nipomo, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 medium zucchini, cut into 1/2-inch slices
1/4 cup water
1 can (15-1/2 ounces) hominy, drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup shredded pepper Jack cheese

Steps:

  • In a 1-1/2-qt. microwave-safe dish, combine zucchini and water. Cover and microwave on high for 1-1/2 minutes; drain. Stir in the hominy, corn, jalapeno and salt. Cover and microwave on high for 2-3 minutes. , Sprinkle with cheese. Cook, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted and vegetables are tender. Let stand for 2 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 167 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 810mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 7g protein.

EASY ZUCCHINI CAKES



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Very tasty way to use up those extra zucchini. Don't skip the fresh parsley, it really adds to the flavor. They taste just like crab cakes.

Provided by Renee

Categories     Fried Zucchini

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cups shredded zucchini, squeezed dry
1 ¼ cups seasoned bread crumbs, divided
1 small onion, chopped
2 large eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon butter, melted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
2 teaspoons seafood seasoning (such as Old Bay®)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Combine zucchini, 1 cup bread crumbs, onion, eggs, butter, parsley, and seafood seasoning in a bowl; mix until well combined.
  • Form mixture into 4 round cakes. Pat remaining bread crumbs onto both sides of the cakes and transfer to a sheet of waxed paper. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry chilled zucchini cakes until browned, 7 to 8 minutes per side. Drain on paper towels before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Cholesterol 101 mg, Fat 8.1 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 9.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 974.1 mg, Sugar 4.2 g

ZUCCHINI CORN BAKE



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"I found the original version of this recipe in a magazine and decided to lighten it," says Diane Conser of Lakewood, New Jersey. "It's delicious!"

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 medium zucchini, quartered lengthwise and sliced
1-3/4 cups frozen corn, thawed
1 small onion, chopped
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon butter, divided
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup fat-free milk
3/4 cup shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a large nonstick skillet over medium heat, cook the zucchini, corn and onion in 1 tablespoon butter until crisp-tender. Stir in the flour, salt and pepper until blended. , Gradually add milk. Bring to a boil; cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened. Reduce heat; stir in cheese. Cook and stir for 1-2 minutes or until cheese is melted. Transfer to a 1-qt. baking dish coated with cooking spray. , In a small skillet, saute the bread crumbs, garlic and oregano in remaining butter for 2-3 minutes or until crumbs are lightly browned. Sprinkle over vegetable mixture. , Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Fat 10g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 27mg cholesterol, Sodium 417mg sodium, Carbohydrate 29g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 12g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right zucchini: Look for small to medium zucchinis that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid zucchini that are large, as they tend to be watery and less flavorful.
  • Grate the zucchini correctly: Use a box grater with large holes to grate the zucchini. Grating the zucchini too finely will make the corn cakes mushy.
  • Squeeze out excess moisture from the zucchini: After grating the zucchini, use a clean kitchen towel or cheesecloth to squeeze out as much excess moisture as possible. This will help prevent the corn cakes from becoming soggy.
  • Use fresh corn: Fresh corn on the cob is best for this recipe, but you can also use frozen or canned corn if necessary. If using frozen corn, thaw it completely before using.
  • Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the corn cakes tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
  • Cook the corn cakes over medium heat: Cooking the corn cakes over medium heat will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
  • Serve the corn cakes warm: Corn cakes are best served warm, right out of the pan. You can top them with butter, sour cream, or your favorite salsa.

Conclusion:

These Zesty Zucchini Corn Cakes are a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for summer gatherings. Made with fresh zucchini, corn, and herbs, these corn cakes are packed with flavor and nutrition. They are also a great way to use up leftover zucchini. So next time you have some zucchini on hand, give these Zesty Zucchini Corn Cakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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