Carrot Zucchini Fritters Recipe

This pan-fried Carrot Zucchini Fritters recipe is easy to make with a few simple ingredients. The veggie fritters are flavorful and crispy, and can be enjoyed as an appetizer with or without dipping sauce. This post is brought to you by Eggland’s Best. All opinions are my own.

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The EB 2018 “America’s Best Recipe” Contest invites fans from across the country to show off their hometown pride and submit recipes inspired by their favorite local/state ingredients or dishes. All recipes must include at least two whole Eggland’s Best eggs and should be submitted by April 30, 2018, for a chance to win $10,000! Fans can enter up to two recipes within each category, which means eight incredible chances to win!

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While I can’t enter the contest because I’ve partnered with Eggland’s Best for this post, I still want to share one of my favorite spring-summer appetizer recipes made with local ingredients.

Many people don’t realize how much fresh produce is grown in Florida. Zucchini is almost always in abundance at my local farmer’s market and I often get giant zucchini for $1 each. Shredded with carrots, and mixed with a few other staples, including Eggland’s Best eggs, and you’ve got the makings for the best Carrot Zucchini Fritters! Here’s the easy recipe:

Carrot Zucchini Fritters Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 Eggland’s Best eggs, lightly beaten
• 2 cups shredded zucchini
• 2 cups shredded carrots
• 2/3 cup flour
• 1/3 cup chopped scallions
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 Tablespoons olive oil
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• 1/8 teaspoon pepper
• Optional: Sour cream or plain Greek yogurt for dipping

How to Make Carrot Zucchini Fritters:

1. Place the zucchini in a strainer over a bowl. Gently press down to squeeze the excess liquid out.

2. In a medium bowl, add the strained shredded zucchini, shredded carrots, flour, scallions, eggs, garlic and salt, and pepper. Stir well to incorporate all ingredients.

3. Place paper towels over a large plate, set aside.

4. Add the olive oil to a large sauté pan on medium-high heat. Once the oil is shining in the pan, add about ¼ cup of the mixture into the pan, flattening it just a bit with your fingers. Continue adding the mixture as stated, spacing the fritters about 1 inch apart.

5. Allow the carrot zucchini fritters to cook for approximately 3 minutes, and then flip to cook the other side for 1-2 minutes or until golden brown.

6. Place the fritters on the prepared plate to allow the excess grease to drip off.

7. Season with additional salt and pepper if desired.

8. Continue this process until all of the vegetable mixture is used.

9. Optional: Serve with a dollop of sour cream or plain Greek yogurt

These Carrot Zucchini Fritters are best enjoyed immediately after they are prepared, warm and crispy!

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Other recipes featuring Eggland’s Best:

• Southwestern Eggs in a Basket
• Homemade Egg Drop Soup
• Egg Foo Young Recipe