Zucchini Cakes – 3 ways – #glutenfree

If you have zucchini in abundance, then use some to make these zucchini cakes (aka zucchini fritters). We kept them gluten free and seasoned them 3 ways so you can enjoy them however you want!

We chose to use three different seasonings to accent the flavor of the zucchini. We were very excited to use more fresh zucchini from our garden! Have you gotten much zucchini from your garden this year?

It seems like there has been a flood of zucchini cake recipes on the web this time of year! I hope that you like ours!

What Ingredients Do I Need To Make These Zucchini Cakes?

• Zucchinis – We used 2 large zucchinis and then grated them.
• Egg – Just 1 egg, beaten.
• Butter – We used Earth Balance butter (vegan) and then melted it
• Bread crumbs – Gluten free of course!
• Red Onion – Diced up to add a little flavor
• Italian seasoning – We seasoned one batch with a little Italian seasoning
• Curry powder – This was our 2nd way of preparing the zucchini cakes
• Poultry seasoning – A vegan variety, and our 3rd way
• Gluten free flour – To fry them in and get a nice crispy coating

How To Make These Zucchini Cakes (aka Zucchini Fritters)

• In your favorite mixing bowl, mix together the zucchini, egg and melted “butter”.
• Stir in your gluten free bread crumbs and onion.
• Divide mixture equally among three bowls.
• Add 1/2 t of Italian Seasoning to the first bowl, 1/2 t of mild Curry in the second bowl and 1/2 t of Poultry to the third bowl.
• Form patties out of each mixture of each bowl.
• Dip each patty in flour.
• Heat oil in skillet. When oil is hot, fry your patties until golden brown.
• Enjoy!

How do I make crispy zucchini cakes?

You want to make sure to use enough oil in the bottom of your skillet to coat the bottom so these cakes get nice and crispy.

Can I reheat zucchini fritters?

Absolutely! Just pop them back in your oven (preheated 375oF) and heat for about 10-15 minutes.

Can I freeze these zucchini cakes?

Definitely. Just cook as directed and let them cool. And then pop into a zip-loc bag and freeze for about 2 months.

How long will these zucchini fritters keep for?

You can keep them in the refrigerator for about 4 days. They make a perfect leftover dinner!

What do I serve with these zucchini cakes?

You can enjoy these as is. Or try dipping them. Try sour cream or greek yogurt. A sprinkle of sea salt. And enjoy!

More Zucchini Recipes

If you love zucchini, check out our other zucchini recipes:

• Zucchini Corn Cakes
• Southwest Zucchini Casserole
• Savory Zucchini Quiches
• Zucchini Bake
• Zucchini Grinders.
• Zucchini Parmesan – A Delicious Air Fryer Meal
• Parmesan Zucchini Fries- A Keto Side Dish
• Air Fryer Zucchini Fritters

Paleo? Be sure to check out these Paleo baked Zucchini Fritters! They will be a HIT in your house!

Print Recipe

Zucchini Cakes – 3 ways – #glutenfree

Easy pan fried zucchini cakes (gluten free!) made 3 ways!

Prep Time15 mins

Cook Time10 mins

Total Time25 mins

Course: Appetizer

Cuisine: American

Keyword: air fryer zucchini fritters, zucchini cakes

Servings: 6 servings

Calories: 181kcal

Author: Cindy Gordon (Vegetarian Mamma)

Ingredients

• 2 large zucchinis grated
• 1 beaten egg
• 2 T of butter we use vegan Earth Balance, melted
• 1 cup of gluten free bread crumbs
• 1/4 cup of diced red onion
• 1/2 t of Italian Seasoning
• 1/2 t of mild Curry
• 1/2 t of Poultry Seasoning Its actually vegan
• 1 cup of gluten free flour I use Better Batter
• oil for frying

Instructions

• In your favorite mixing bowl, mix together the zucchini, egg and melted "butter".
• Stir in your gluten free bread crumbs and onion.
• Divide mixture equally among three bowls.
• Add 1/2 t of Italian Seasoning to the first bowl, 1/2 t of mild Curry in the second bowl and 1/2 t of Poultry to the third bowl.
• Form patties out of each mixture of each bowl.
• Dip each patty in flour.
• Heat oil in skillet. When oil is hot, fry your patties until golden brown.
• Enjoy!

Notes

How do I make crispy zucchini cakes?

You want to make sure to use enough oil in the bottom of your skillet to coat the bottom so these cakes get nice and crispy.

Can I reheat zucchini fritters?

Absolutely! Just pop them back in your oven (preheated 375oF) and heat for about 10-15 minutes.

Can I freeze these zucchini cakes?

Definitely. Just cook as directed and let them cool. And then pop into a zip-loc bag and freeze for about 2 months.

How long will these zucchini fritters keep for?

You can keep them in the refrigerator for about 4 days. They make a perfect leftover dinner!

What do I serve with these zucchini cakes?

You can enjoy these as is. Or try dipping them. Try sour cream or greek yogurt. A sprinkle of sea salt. And enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 181kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 49mg | Potassium: 190mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 353IU | Vitamin C: 12mg | Calcium: 31mg | Iron: 1mg

All though this website attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, the information should only be considered an estimate. Varying factors such as different product types, different brands, etc. can change nutritional information. It is your responsibility as a consumer to read all labels to make sure the ingredients fit your dietary needs as well as calculate your own nutritional information as a double check.