Easy Zucchini Fritters Vegan Gf

We swapped eggs for chickpea “eggs” to keep them plant-based and gluten-free. And the result was tender, sturdy fritters that are versatile, quick and easy to make, and incredibly flavorful. Let us show you how it’s done!

Origins of Zucchini Fritters

It’s unclear where the idea for zucchini fritters first originated, but they are popular in Italy, Turkey (where they’re known as mücver), and Lebanon (where they’re known as eggit koussa). You can find a more authentic recipe for Greek-style zucchini fritters (also known as kolokythokeftedes) here, or a recipe for Turkish-style zucchini fritters here.

How to Make Zucchini Fritters

The base for our take on zucchini fritters starts with quinoa and shredded zucchini. We like making the quinoa up to 2-3 days in advance (or using leftover from other recipes) so it’s fully cooled and ready for use! Shredding the zucchini can be done several ways. The quickest way is by using the grater attachment on a food processor. But the coarse side of a box grater also works well. Once shredded, squeeze excess moisture from the zucchini to help ensure the fritters are more crispy. The shredded zucchini is then sautéed with onion, garlic, salt, and pepper for flavor and to remove additional moisture. Spinach is added for an extra green boost! Making the chickpea “eggs” is as easy as combining chickpea flour and water and stirring until it forms a paste. It acts as a binder to help hold the zucchini fritters together. The sautéed veggies, cooked quinoa, and chickpea “eggs” are then combined with dill for a fresh, herby flavor. Finally, gluten-free flour is added to help dry out the mixture and allow for perfectly cooked fritters. We like cooking these fritters in a cast iron skillet until golden brown on both sides. Optionally, they can be crisped further by baking after frying. We hope you LOVE these zucchini fritters! They’re:HerbySavoryVersatileTenderDelicious& Fresh! They are delicious on their own or topped with coconut yogurt, hummus, or garlic dill sauce. Enjoy as a side dish or a snack!