Zucchini Fritters

These fritters are perfect for a tasty weekend lunch and an easy way to increase your vegetable intake. Did you know that 1 cup of zucchini provides 40% of your daily Vitamin A needs? These fritters are high in antioxidants and great for your digestive system containing both soluble and insoluble fibre. Make extras to enjoy as leftovers during the week.

Serves 4 - 8 fritters

Ready in 20 mins (plus 20 minutes soaking time)

Ingredients

• 4 cups firmly packed grated zucchini (about 3-4 zucchinis)

• 1 cup baby spinach leaves, finely chopped

• 1/4 cup torn mint leaves

• 5 eggs, beaten

• 3/4 cup almond meal

• 1/2 cup finely grated parmesan cheese

• 1/4 cup white or black chia seeds

• freshly ground sea salt and black pepper

• Extra virgin olive oil

Step by Step Instructions

Step 1

Grate zucchini and place between 2 layers of paper towel to remove moisture. Place zucchini in a large mixing bowl with spinach leaves, mint, eggs, almond meal, parmesan cheese, chia seeds, salt and pepper. Mix to combine and leave to sit for 20 minutes for seeds and almond meal to moisten.

Step 2

In a heavy-based pan, heat extra virgin olive oil over medium heat. place 1/2 cup serves into the pan and spread out to cook. Turn after 6 minutes and cook for a further 6 minutes.

Step 3

Enjoy with a side salad and a big scoop of hummus.