Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters - Easy Zucchini Recipe! (2024)

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It’s summertime, and living is easy… especially when you have an Air Fryer and a great recipe! These crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters are just that. Packed with sweet corn, fresh zucchini, and a hint of Parmesan, they’re so flavorful you’ll want to make them again and again!

No Air Fryer? No problem! You can still enjoy these delicious fritters by making my pan-fried zucchini fritters with quinoa. They’re just as yummy and a great alternative!

Crispy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters

One of the best things about summer is the abundance of fresh, delicious produce. Sometimes, the sheer amount and variety can be a bit overwhelming. That’s why I love recipes like these air fryer zucchini fritters. Combining zucchini and corn, this fabulous fritter recipe showcases the natural sweetness of the ingredients, making the most of your summer bounty! Or try the same combo but in salad form with my fabulous grilled zucchini salad!

Fritters are essentially little fried patties made from fruits or veggies, and while they sound simple, deep-frying them can be a hassle. The process involves dropping food into hot oil, carefully lifting it out, draining it, and repeating the steps – not to mention dealing with the mess, odor, and potential for burns.

Thus, enter the air fryer! This handy kitchen gadget crisps up foods to perfection, giving them that classic fried texture and taste with hardly any oil. Even better, there’s virtually no mess, making cleanup a breeze. Just lightly spray the fritters with cooking oil, place them in the fry basket, and let the convection heat do the rest!

What You’ll Need

Crispy, golden, and delicious, this easy Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters recipe uses a handful of wholesome ingredients you probably already have on hand. For exact measurements, please scroll down to the recipe card.

• Fresh Zucchini – Grate your zucchini with the large holes of a cheese grater.
• Corn Kernels – You can use fresh, frozen, and even canned.
• Parmesan Cheese – I use grated parmesan cheese to add a salty, umami flavor to the zucchini cakes.
• Onion – The onion should be grated just like the zucchini.
• Spices and Seasonings – Salt, black pepper, and paprika, along with dried parsley, basil, and oregano. Feel free to add your favorite seasonings or use fresh, finely chopped herbs for a burst of flavor.
• Eggs – You will need two eggs to help bind the ingredients together.
• Flour – I used almond flour, but all-purpose flour or gluten-free flour are great alternatives.
• Baking Powder – This serves as a leavening agent. It helps the fritters puff up and become light and airy.
• Oil Spray – Any high-heat cooking spray will work.

How To Make Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters

Follow these easy steps to make delicious zucchini cakes with corn, and enjoy all the crispy goodness without the fuss! Pair them with a relish like Ajvar and watch them disappear off the plate.

1. Prepare Zucchini and Onion: Grate the zucchini and onion separately using the large holes on a box grater. Place the grated zucchini on a clean kitchen towel and squeeze out as much water as possible.
2. Mix Up the Fritter Batter: In a large bowl, combine all ingredients except flour, baking powder, and oil spray. Mix well to combine, and then gently stir in the flour and baking powder until just combined.
3. Make Patties: The batter should be firm enough to form patties rather than runny. If necessary, add more flour to achieve a firm consistency. Shape the batter into 10 to 12 patties.
4. Air-Fry the Fritters: Spray the air fryer basket with oil. Place fritters in the basket (work in batches so you don’t crowd the fritters). Spray the fritters lightly with oil and cook for 6 minutes. Turn, spray again, and cook 6 minutes more.

Serving Suggestions

The zucchini fritters are perfect as an appetizer or as a side dish for a casual meal. Try serving them alongside a juicy pork chop recipe, like my Instant Pot pork chops, or pair them with my stove top chicken breasts for a tasty meal.

Take things for a Southwest spin with my easy Crockpot Chicken Enchilada Soup. The soup’s Tex-Mex flavors work perfectly with the zucchini and corn in the fritters! You can also serve the fritters with any dip you like, from homemade Ranch dressing and honey mustard sauce to French onion and guacamole!

How To Store and Reheat Leftovers

• Wrap the fritters loosely with paper towels to absorb any excess moisture, and then pack the wrapped fritters in food storage bags or containers. Store for up to 5 days or freeze for 2 to 3 months.
• If reheating from frozen, first thaw in the refrigerator. Then, unwrap the fritters and place them on a jelly roll pan or other baking dish. Heat in the oven at 350˚F until warmed through.

More Recipes with Zucchini

• Creamy Parmesan Baked Zucchini
• Zucchini Egg Bake
• Cheesy Zucchini Casserole
• Zucchini Tomato Casserole

ENJOY!