Name: Yellow Squash Fritters
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2–3 medium yellow squash, grated (about 4 cups); 1/2 cup all-purpose flour; 2 large eggs; 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese; 1/4 cup chopped green onions; 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; olive oil or neutral oil for frying

Description

Crispy, cheesy yellow squash fritters make a simple summer appetizer or side dish using fresh garden produce. These easy-to-follow fritters are flavorful, versatile, and ready in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

Scale

2–3 medium yellow squash, grated (about 4 cups)

1/2 cup all-purpose flour

2 large eggs

1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese

1/4 cup chopped green onions

2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

olive oil or neutral oil for frying

Instructions

1. Wash and trim the yellow squash and grate into a bowl

2. Sprinkle grated squash with a pinch of salt and let sit for 10 minutes

3. Squeeze excess moisture from the squash using a towel or cheesecloth

4. In a large bowl, combine drained squash, flour, eggs, cheese, green onions, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper

5. Heat a thin layer of oil in a skillet over medium heat

6. Scoop about 2 tablespoons of batter into the hot oil and flatten gently

7. Fry for 2–3 minutes per side until golden brown and crisp

8. Transfer fritters to a paper towel lined plate to drain excess oil

9. Serve hot with your choice of dipping sauce or garnish

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Category: Appetizer
Method: Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 3 fritters
Calories: 150
Sugar: 2
Sodium: 200
Fat: 10
Saturated Fat: 3
Unsaturated Fat: 6
Trans Fat: 0
Carbohydrates: 12
Fiber: 2
Protein: 5
Cholesterol: 50

Keywords: yellow squash fritters, summer squash recipes, vegetable fritters, easy appetizer, garden produce, crispy fritters