Baked Vegetable Fritters

Baked Vegetable Fritters are a delightful and healthy twist on a classic dish, featuring a medley of fresh vegetables and herbs, all baked to crispy perfection. These fritters make for a satisfying main course or side dish, perfect for a kosher American dinner.

Ingredients

• Zucchini - 150 grams, grated
• Carrot - 100 grams, grated
• Red bell pepper - 50 grams, finely chopped
• Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Egg - 1 large
• All-purpose flour - 50 grams
• Parmesan cheese - 30 grams, grated
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the grated zucchini, grated carrot, chopped red bell pepper, chopped green onion, and minced garlic.
3. Add the egg, flour, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, paprika, and chopped parsley to the vegetable mixture. Mix until well combined.
4. Using your hands, form the mixture into small patties, about 5 cm in diameter, and place them on the prepared baking sheet.
5. Drizzle the olive oil over the fritters, ensuring they are lightly coated.
6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 22 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and minerals from the assorted vegetables.
• Low in calories, making it a great option for weight management.

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