Simple Zucchini & Veggie Oat Fritters

🥒 Simple Zucchini & Veggie Oat Fritters

Incredibly Delicious & Healthy

These golden pan-fried fritters are crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and packed with veggies. They’re great for lunch, dinner, or even a savory snack.

📝 Ingredients

1 medium zucchini, grated
1 carrot, grated
1 potato, grated
4 tablespoons oatmeal (quick oats work best)
100 g cheese, grated (cheddar, mozzarella, or any melting cheese)
2 eggs
Fresh parsley, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
Ground black pepper, to taste
Salt, to taste
2–3 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)

👩‍🍳 Instructions

Prepare the vegetables
Grate the zucchini, carrot, and potato.
Place them in a bowl and squeeze out excess liquid using clean hands or a kitchen towel (this helps the fritters stay crispy).
Mix the batter
Add oatmeal, grated cheese, eggs, parsley, garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Mix well until everything is evenly combined.
Rest the mixture (optional but helpful)
Let the mixture sit for 5–10 minutes so the oats absorb moisture.
Cook the fritters
Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
Scoop spoonfuls of the mixture into the pan and gently flatten.
Fry until golden
Cook for about 3–4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through.
Serve warm
Remove and place on paper towels to absorb excess oil.

🍽️ Servings

Makes 8–10 fritters
Serves 2–3 people

💡 Tips & Notes

Too wet? Add 1 more tablespoon of oats
No oats? Breadcrumbs or flour work too
Extra flavor: Add paprika, dried herbs, or a pinch of chili flakes
Cheese swap: Feta gives a salty kick; mozzarella makes them extra gooey
Baking option: Bake at 200°C (400°F) for 20–25 minutes, flipping halfway