Best 4 Low Carb Zucchini Pancakes Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and healthy way to enjoy zucchini? Look no further than low-carb zucchini pancakes! These easy-to-make pancakes are packed with flavor and nutrients, making them a great option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a stack of fluffy, golden-brown pancakes that are sure to satisfy your cravings. Plus, they're low in carbs and high in fiber, so you can feel good about indulging in this tasty treat.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

LOW CARB ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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Tasty flavorful low-carb breakfast alternative! Serve with salsa, sour cream, cream cheese, or whatever low-carb side you like!

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Squash     Zucchini     Fried Zucchini Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound zucchini, grated
salt to taste
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
2 green onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
4 leaves basil, chopped
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 pinch onion powder
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Squeeze grated zucchini in paper towels to release as much water as possible. Spread zucchini on fresh paper towels and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 30 minutes to release additional water; squeeze again.
  • Mix Parmesan cheese, eggs, green onions, garlic, basil, nutmeg, onion powder, and black pepper in a bowl; add zucchini. Stir to combine.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Form golf ball-sized zucchini patties and place in hot frying pan. Fry until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 93.1 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 149.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

SAVORY ZUCCHINI PANCAKES (LOW-CARB)



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A delicious recipe I whipped together for a tasty low carb lunch for my DH and me. It's savory not sweet and satisfied my craving for something different than the same old thing for lunch!

Provided by Dee Licious

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 2-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 cups zucchini (grated, skin on)
1/2 cup onion (chopped)
2 eggs
1/4 cup soy flour (can use regular flour if you're not low carbing it!)
1 teaspoon garlic powder (or less depending on your love of garlic)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese (grated)
1/8 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Grate Zucchini.
  • Put in colander in sink and let sit for about 30 minutes to drain.
  • Squeeze out remaining liquid.
  • Transfer grated zucchini to a large bowl.
  • Chop onion and add to zucchini.
  • Add beaten eggs, soy flour, parmesan cheese, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
  • Mix well.
  • Form into pancake sized rounds in buttered frying pan or griddle and gently flatten with spattula.
  • Cook (flipping once) on Medium/medium-low until golden brown on each side.
  • Keep warm in 250 degree oven (on a plate) until all are finished.
  • Serve with sour cream as main dish or side dish.
  • We warmed up some sliced ham in the frying pan and served with the pancakes for a tasty and filling low carb meal!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235.2, Fat 11.4, SaturatedFat 4.2, Cholesterol 222.5, Sodium 288.8, Carbohydrate 17.5, Fiber 3.4, Sugar 6.8, Protein 18.8

HEALTHY ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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Fun and flavorful, these rustic veggie pancakes make a wonderfully versatile side dish. They're also a great solution for what to do with all your extra zucchini! -Diana Johnson, Auburn, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 pancakes.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup shredded zucchini
1/4 cup panko bread crumbs
2 green onions, chopped
1 egg
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 tablespoon snipped fresh dill
1 garlic clove, minced
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese
3 teaspoons olive oil, divided

Steps:

  • In a sieve or colander, drain zucchini, squeezing to remove excess liquid. Pat dry. In a small bowl, combine the zucchini, bread crumbs, onions, egg, parsley, dill, garlic and cheese., Heat 1-1/2 teaspoons oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-low heat. Drop batter by heaping tablespoonfuls into oil; press lightly to flatten. Fry in batches until golden brown on both sides, using remaining oil as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 57mg cholesterol, Sodium 104mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 4g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

LOW CARB ZUCCHINI PANCAKES



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Tasty flavorful low-carb breakfast alternative! Serve with salsa, sour cream, cream cheese, or whatever low-carb side you like!

Provided by Melissa

Categories     Fried Zucchini

Time 1h

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound zucchini, grated
salt to taste
¼ cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
2 eggs
2 green onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped
4 leaves basil, chopped
1 pinch ground nutmeg
1 pinch onion powder
ground black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon olive oil, or as needed

Steps:

  • Squeeze grated zucchini in paper towels to release as much water as possible. Spread zucchini on fresh paper towels and sprinkle with salt; let sit for 30 minutes to release additional water; squeeze again.
  • Mix Parmesan cheese, eggs, green onions, garlic, basil, nutmeg, onion powder, and black pepper in a bowl; add zucchini. Stir to combine.
  • Heat butter and olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Form golf ball-sized zucchini patties and place in hot frying pan. Fry until browned, 2 to 3 minutes per side.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115 calories, Carbohydrate 5.9 g, Cholesterol 93.1 mg, Fat 8 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 6.4 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 149.3 mg, Sugar 2.5 g

Tips:

  • Use a large bowl: This will give you plenty of room to mix the ingredients and avoid a mess.
  • Grate the zucchini finely: This will help the pancakes cook evenly and prevent them from becoming too watery.
  • Use a non-stick skillet: This will prevent the pancakes from sticking and make it easy to flip them.
  • Cook the pancakes over medium heat: This will help them cook evenly and prevent them from burning.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet: Leave a little space between each pancake so they can cook evenly.
  • Flip the pancakes carefully: Use a spatula to gently flip the pancakes so they don't break.
  • Serve the pancakes immediately: Low-carb zucchini pancakes are best served fresh and hot.

Conclusion:

Low-carb zucchini pancakes are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a classic breakfast food. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you like them sweet or savory, there is a low-carb zucchini pancake recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy breakfast or lunch, give low-carb zucchini pancakes a try. You won't be disappointed!

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